A Dictionary of Dutchness

Mediwiet

Mediwiet is the nickname given to marijuana which is grown for medical purposes by two government registered producers and distributed to patients via pharmacies. Some health insurance companies will pay towards the drug. The production and supply of marijuana for medical and scientific use is registered by the government’s Office of Medicinal Cannabis. There are three varieties available and five grammes costs between €41 and €46. Coffee-shops are said to be cheaper.