Cheaper Medicines: FAQs about the lower PBS co‑payment
This FAQ explains how the reduced PBS co‑payment helps Australians save on medicines, what the changes mean for general and concession card holders, and how costs, Safety Net thresholds, and brand premiums may affect what you pay.
The English version is also available in Word format.
- Organisation:
- Topic:
- Target audience:
- General
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- January 2026
- Last reviewed:
- April 2026
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