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
PBS co-payment freeze case study – Peter
A fictional case study on Peter who is saving time and money on PBS medicines from the freeze on the patient co-payment.
PBS co-payment freeze case study – Mia
A fictional case study on Mia, who is saving time and money on PBS medicines from the freeze on the patient co-payment.
PBS co-payment freeze case study – Andrew
A fictional case study on Andrew, who is saving time and money on PBS medicines from the freeze on the patient co-payment and by switching to a generic medicine.
60-day prescriptions – Bob case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
60-day prescriptions – Caitlin case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
60-day prescriptions – Carolyn case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
Videos
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60-day prescriptions patient frequently asked questions – Episode 1 – December 2024
Hear the answers to frequently asked questions about 60-day prescriptions in this first episode of videos by Dr Nicole Higgins.
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Are my medicines suitable for 60-day prescriptions? – animation
Watch this animation to find out more about what medicines are suitable for 60-day prescriptions. Almost 300 PBS medicines can now be prescribed for 60 days. Ask your doctor if 60-day prescriptions is right for you.
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60-day prescriptions – First Nations animation – 60 seconds
More PBS medicines can now be prescribed for 60-days. Ask your doctor if 60-day prescriptions is right for you.
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60-day prescriptions – First Nations animation – 30 seconds
More PBS medicines can now be prescribed for 60-days. Ask your doctor if 60-day prescriptions is right for you.
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60-day prescriptions – First Nations animation – 20 seconds
More PBS medicines can now be prescribed for 60-days. Ask your doctor if 60-day prescriptions is right for you.
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Rick’s 60-day prescription story
There are now more PBS medicines available for 60-day prescriptions. Ask your doctor if a 60-day prescription is right for you or explore the cheaper medicines page to learn more.
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