Getting help with medicines
Getting the medicine you need
Before you start taking any new medicine you need to:
- talk to your health care provider about if you can take the medicine
- be prescribed the medicine.
To make sure your medicine is right for you, talk to your health care provider.
Getting help with costs
The cost of some prescription medicines are subsidised by the government.
Find out more about the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme on the Services Australia website.
Responsible use of medicines
Taking medicine to treat a medical condition or manage symptoms is safe when it’s part of your treatment plan.
It’s important to be aware of the risks of mixing different medicines. The Department of Health and Aged care has information about:
Addiction
Some people may become overly dependent on their medicines. If you or someone you care for has concerns, Lifeline has resources to get immediate help.
Find out more about medicine dependence and addiction on the healthdirect website.