The government is now operating in accordance with the Guidance on Caretaker Conventions, pending the outcome of the 2025 federal election.
You need a doctor's prescription to buy prescription medicines from a pharmacist. Otherwise, only authorised health care professionals can supply them, such as in a hospital setting. Examples include contraceptive pills, antibiotics and strong painkillers.
Contact details for enquiries about prescription medicines
If your enquiry is not about prescription medicines, see: Contact the TGA
| info@tga.gov.au | |
| Phone |
Users who are deaf or have a hearing or speech impairment can call through the National Relay Service:
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| Fax | +61 2 6232 8140 |
| Postal address | Prescription Medicines Authorisation Branch Therapeutic Goods Administration PO Box 100 Woden ACT 2606 Australia |
| Street address (for deliveries) | Therapeutic Goods Administration 27 Scherger Drive Fairbairn ACT 2609 Australia |