As of July 18, 2010, New Jersey physicians are able to prescribe medical marijuana to state residents. The maximum amount legally prescribable is 2 ounces for a 30 day period and only for the following conditions:
1) Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and inflammatory bowel disease (eg: Crohn’s Disease).
2) Seizure disorder, epilepsy, intractable skeletal muscle spasticity, or glaucoma that is resistant to standard medical therapy
3) Severe and/or chronic pain, severe nausea/vomiting, and cachexia resulting from cancer or HIV/AIDs
4) A terminal illness with a prognosis of less than 12 months of life