About the RTPM system
The RTPM system is designed to support the safe and appropriate use of monitored medicines across Australia.
The RTPM system is a collaborative initiative between the Australian Digital Health Agency the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing and state and territory health authorities.
Why RTPM is important
RTPM provides prescribers and pharmacists with timely access to information about a consumer’s prescription history for certain high-risk medicines. This helps to:
- Prevent harm and save lives by supporting safer use of monitored medicines
- Improve consumer safety and quality of care
- Reduce the risk of misuse, diversion, and accidental overdose
- Support clinical decision-making and regulatory compliance
Who is involved in managing and supporting RTPM
RTPM is a national partnership, with several organisations working together to help keep medicine use safe:
- State and territory health departments: Oversee how monitored medicines are prescribed and dispensed in their local health systems.
- Australian Digital Health Agency: Runs the secure national technology platform that connects prescribers, pharmacists, and regulators in real time.
- Department of Health, Disability and Ageing: Provides advice on national policy and laws about medicine safety and electronic prescribing.
- Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care: Promotes safe use of medicines through standards and best practices.
- Fred IT Group: Operates and maintains the national technology platform on behalf of the Agency.
Learn more
Visit the Australian Digital Health Agency’s website for further information about RTPM.
Contact
For more information, please contact us.
National Real Time Prescription Monitoring (RTPM) contact
Contact us for more information about National Real Time Prescription Monitoring (RTPM). This computer system aims to reduce misuse of controlled medicines in Australia.
Infrastructure and technical matters
National policy and legislation
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