Does glaucoma qualify for a medical card in Arkansas?
Yes. The Arkansas Medical Marijuana Program lists Glaucoma as a qualifying condition. An Arkansas-licensed provider still has to evaluate you and agree that cannabis is appropriate.
About glaucoma
Weak evidence. Cannabis lowers eye pressure for only a few hours at a time. The National Academies found limited evidence that cannabinoids are an ineffective treatment for glaucoma, and eye specialists don't recommend it in place of standard care.
Symptoms Arkansas patients most often hope to ease:
- High eye pressure that is hard to control
- Eye pain or headaches linked to eye pressure
- Side effects or difficulty using daily eye drops
- Worry about vision loss
- Trouble sleeping
Read more: medical marijuana for glaucoma.
How to get certified in Arkansas
- Confirm you are an Arkansas resident aged 18 or older and not a member of the National Guard or U.S. military.
- See a licensed physician, in person or by telehealth, who diagnoses a qualifying condition.
- Have the physician complete the ADH written certification form.
- Apply online at the ADH medical marijuana portal and upload the certification and a copy of your Arkansas license or state ID.
- Pay the $50 nonrefundable fee.
- Allow up to 14 days for review, then print your card once approved.
Arkansas allows the evaluation by telehealth, so you can see an Arkansas-licensed provider by video. Our evaluation starts at $79 and is charged only if you're approved.
Costs and timeline
- State fee: $50
- Card lasts: Up to 1 year (shorter if the physician specifies)
- Processing: Up to 14 days from receipt of a complete application and payment
- Patient limit: 2.5 ounces
- Home grow: Not allowed
- Recreational sales: Not legal
- First visit online: Yes
See the full Arkansas cost breakdown and Arkansas program overview.
Other qualifying conditions in Arkansas
- ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
- Alzheimer's disease
- Arthritis
- Cachexia & wasting syndrome
- Cancer
- Chronic pain
- Crohn's & IBD
- Epilepsy & seizures
- Fibromyalgia
- HIV/AIDS
- Hepatitis C
- Multiple sclerosis
- Nausea & appetite loss
- Neuropathy (nerve pain)
See every qualifying condition in Arkansas
Glaucoma in nearby states
Frequently asked questions
Do I need medical records for glaucoma?
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Can I renew online in Arkansas?
Sources
- ADH - Medical Marijuana (overview)
- ADH - Medical Marijuana Registry
- ADH - Medical Marijuana FAQs
- ADH - Qualified Patient Requirements
- ADH - Designated Caregiver Requirements
- National Academies — The Health Effects of Cannabis and Cannabinoids (2017)
This guide is general information, not medical or legal advice. Laws change — confirm details with your state agency. State facts last checked October 7, 2026.