Fact sheets
PBS patient co-payment freeze – Prescriber fact sheet
This factsheet contains information on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) co-payment freeze and how the freeze help keep PBS medicines affordable for your patients.
60-day prescriptions postcard
A 60-day prescriptions postcard for general practice (GP) clinics and other health care settings.
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.
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 – Carolyn case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
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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Can you get more than 60-day's supply of medicine? – animation
Watch this animation to find out if you can get more than 60-day’s supply of medicine with a 60-day prescription.
00:35
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.
00:20
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.
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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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