From 1st February 2026, some people with stable, long-term health conditions will be able to get prescriptions that last up to 12 months. However, this is not for all medicines and only applies to some people with stable long-term health conditions.  Your doctor will work with you to decide if a 12-month prescription is right for you and your health needs.

Even if your prescription is for 12-months, you will receive your medicine at the same interval as now, up to a maximum of three months of medication at one time. Any further supply will be dispensed as repeats.  You cannot transfer repeats to another pharmacy.

The Government will continue to require people who pay a prescription co-payment (e.g. $5) to pay this fee when they collect the first supply of each of their prescription medicines. There are no repeat prescription fees for the same prescription.

If you have any questions about 12-month prescriptions any of the team at Clive’s Chemist are happy to help.