Changes to requesting PBS authority approval for stimulants
24 Jun 2025
Policy
An amendment to the PBS listing for stimulants effective 1 June 2025 has changed the details required when seeking a PBS authority approval for prescribing stimulants. This has occurred by altering the questions and answers during the process of seeking approval. Updates have also been made to what medicines can be requested and approved using the Online PBS Authorities System.
For more information, email authority.comms.change@servicesaustralia.gov.au.
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