From 5 November 2026 new laws apply to the supply of medicines, poisons and therapeutic goods.
Understand the General overview of the Medicines, Poisons and Therapeutic Goods legislation it's structure and objectives, who it applies to, and the types of authorisations required for the handling of medicines, poisons and therapeutic goods.
Health practitioners can read about key changes under the new laws that apply to:
NSW Health Medicine approvals to prescribe, supply or administer high-risk medicines
See regulatory requirements, implementation timeframes, retailer guidance, FAQs and resources.
Learn about the requirements under the new laws that will apply to Schedule 7 poisons.
View new requirements for businesses and health practitioners who obtain, prescribe, supply and administer cosmetic medicines.
Understand the Opioid Treatment Program legislative requirements under the new laws.
View legislation changes for settings such as residential care facilities, private health facilities and correctional centres.
Changes for obtaining scheduled substances and poisons.
