Fact sheets
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.
Community information kit – 60-day prescriptions
This updated January 2025 kit provides information for patients about 60-day prescriptions.
Posters
PBS patient co-payment freeze A3 poster
A poster for community and healthcare settings for patients to find out more about the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) patient co-payment freeze.
PBS patient co-payment freeze eligibility poster
A poster for community and healthcare settings for patients to find out more about the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) patient co-payment freeze.
PBS patient co-payment freeze infographic
An infographic about the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) patient co-payment freeze for community and healthcare settings.
60-day prescriptions infographic
An infographic about 60-day prescription for community and health care settings.
PBS patient co-payment freeze eligibility A4 poster
A poster for community and healthcare settings for patients to find out more about a co-payment freeze on Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines.
PBS patient co-payment freeze A4 poster
A poster for community and healthcare settings for patients to find out more about the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) patient co-payment freeze.
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 – Rick case study
A case study from people who are saving more on their PBS medicines.
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.
Videos
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PBS indexation freeze advertisement – 15 seconds
From 1 January 2025, there is a one-year freeze on the maximum patient cost of PBS medicines and a 5-year freeze for concession card holders. Find out more at health.gov.au/cheapermedicines.
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PBS indexation freeze advertisement – 30 seconds
From 1 January 2025, there is a one-year freeze on the maximum patient cost of PBS medicines and a 5-year freeze for concession card holders. Find out more at health.gov.au/cheapermedicines.
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60-day prescriptions – Dr Christie Rodda, a rural doctor case study
Watch this video with Dr Christie Rodda – a rural area GP sharing how 60-day prescriptions improve access and affordability for patients in remote areas.
1:26
60-day prescriptions – Janelle Scully, optometrist case study
Watch this video with Janelle Scully – an optometrist highlighting the benefits of 60-day prescriptions for patients with chronic conditions.
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60-day prescriptions patient frequently asked questions – Episode 2 – January 2025
Hear more answers to frequently asked questions about 60-day prescriptions in the second video episode featuring Dr Nicole Higgins, former President of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
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60-day prescriptions patient frequently asked questions – Episode 1 – December 2024
Hear answers to frequently asked questions about 60-day prescriptions in the first video episode featuring Dr Nicole Higgins, former President of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
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