From the 1st of September 2024, day prescriptions are available for almost 300 medicines listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme or PBS.
Health professionals can prescribe a 60-day supply of these medicines if they think it is appropriate for your health condition.
In many cases, a 60-day prescription means you can buy 60 days worth of medicine on a single prescription.
With 60-day prescriptions, you won't need to visit your doctor to renew your script as often or visit the pharmacy as often.
This will save time and reduce travel costs for everyone, but especially people in remote areas.
It will also free up health professionals for more urgent appointments.
The money saved by the government as a result of this change is being reinvested back into community pharmacies.
To check if your medications are listed for 60 day prescriptions, visit health.gov.au/cheaper-medicines and talk to your health professional to see if it's right for you.