Fact sheets
PBS Safety Net and 60-day prescriptions explained
Read more about how 60-day prescriptions work with the PBS Safety Net.
60-day prescriptions fact sheet – First Nations
This fact sheet includes information on the Pharmaceutical Benefit Scheme, 60-day prescriptions and how 60-day prescriptions can help those who are eligible.
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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If I get a 60-day prescription will it take me longer to reach the PBS safety net? – animation
Watch this animation to find out how a 60-day prescription may affect your PBS Safety Net.
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Do 60-day prescriptions count towards the PBS safety net? – animation
Watch this animation to find out how 60-day prescriptions count towards the PBS Safety Net.
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Will I still save money on a 60-day prescription if I have a concession card? – animation
Watch this animation to find out how you can save money on a 60-day prescription if you have a concession card.
00:38
Why do some pharmacies charge different prices? – animation
Watch this animation to find out why some pharmacies charge different prices for medicines.
00:26
Why does my doctor think a 60-day prescription is not suitable for me? – animation
Watch this animation to find out why your doctor may think a 60-day prescription is not suitable for you.
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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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