What this instrument does
The National Health (Listing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Amendment (May Update) Instrument 2026 amends the National Health (Listing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Instrument 2024 (PB 26 of 2024). The amendment updates the list of medicines covered under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).
The instrument was made under the National Health Act 1953 and is administered by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing.
Dates
- In force from: 30 April 2026
- In force to: 18 August 2026
What changed
The source document does not specify which medicines were added, removed, or changed in this update.
Key actions
- Businesses that supply, dispense, or claim PBS medicines - such as pharmacies or allied health providers - are required to check the updated PBS listing at legislation.gov.au/F2026L00491 to confirm which medicines are listed from 30 April 2026.
- A print copy of the instrument is available using the 'Order print copy' function at legislation.gov.au/F2026L00491.
- Alerts for future PBS amendments can be set up by registering at legislation.gov.au.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.