Fact sheets
60-day prescriptions – patient frequently asked questions
This is an updated patient frequently asked questions document with information about 60-day prescriptions.
Information kit for prescribers – 60-day prescriptions
This kit updated in November 2024 provides information to prescribers about changes to Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines available with 60-day dispensing quantities.
60-day prescriptions in residential aged care – overview and FAQs
An overview of how 60-day prescriptions will work in Residential Aged Care Homes (RACH), their supplying pharmacies and residents.
60-Day prescriptions – Dispensing frequently asked questions
This document details frequently asked questions regarding 60-day dispensing.
Community information kit – 60-day prescriptions
This updated January 2025 kit provides information for patients about 60-day prescriptions.
60-day prescriptions – Rick case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
Posters
60-day prescriptions A4 poster – general practice (GP) clinics
A 60-day prescriptions A4 poster for GP clinics and other health care settings.
60-day prescriptions A3 poster – general practice (GP) clinics
A 60-day prescriptions poster for GP clinics and other health care settings.
60-day prescriptions poster – community setting – more medicines
A 60-day prescriptions poster for community settings.
60-day prescriptions poster – community setting – less travel
A 60-day prescriptions poster for community settings which promotes the benefits of less travel with cheaper medicines.
60-day prescriptions poster
A 60-day prescriptions poster for health care settings.
60-day prescriptions poster – First Nations
A 60-day prescriptions poster for health care settings.
Case studies
60-day prescriptions – Jeanette case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
60-day prescriptions – Jonathan case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
60-day prescriptions – Hermine case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
Videos
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Why is my medication not available for 60-day prescriptions? – animation
Watch this animation to find out why your medicine might not be available for 60-day prescriptions.
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Who decides which medicines are available for 60-day prescriptions? – animation
Watch this animation to find out who decides which medicines are available for 60-day prescriptions.
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How do I get a 60-day prescription? – animation
Watch this animation to find out how to check if you can get a 60-day prescription.
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How do I find out if my medication is available? – animation
Watch this animation to find out which medicines are available for 60-day prescriptions.
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What are 60-day prescriptions? – 30-second animation
Watch this animation to find out about 60-day prescriptions.
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Making your medicines more affordable
This webinar informs health consumers about how to save money on medicines, including 60-day prescriptions. First Assistant Secretary Duncan McIntyre, Dr Elizabeth Deveny from the Consumers Health Forum and consumer representative Kirsten Eustace discuss ways you can take action.
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