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.
PBS Safety Net and 60-day prescriptions explained
Read more about how 60-day prescriptions work with the PBS Safety Net.
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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60-day prescriptions – Scott Bates, a First Nations community pharmacist video
In this video, Scott Bates, a community pharmacist talks about how 60-day prescriptions benefit the community and First Nations peoples.
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PBS co-payment freeze – More ways to save animation
Watch this animation to find out about more ways to save on the cost of your PBS medicines.
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60-day prescriptions – Linda Cairnes, a video case study
Linda is a lifelong asthmatic. She can now get 60-day prescriptions for her PBS medicines, reducing her medical costs and saving time.
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60-day prescriptions – Katie's real-life experience
In this case study, Katie shares her experience with 60-day prescriptions and how they help her manage her medical conditions.
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PBS co-payment freeze – what is it and who benefits? – animation
Watch this animation to find out about the freeze on the maximum patient cost of Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines and how this can benefit you.
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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.
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