Health professionals

Drug control information for health professionals who import unapproved drugs, i.e. drugs which are not listed on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods, into Australia for a single patient (Special Access Scheme) or a class of patients (Authorised prescribers).

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Importing medicinal cannabis products into Australia

Import requirements for medicinal cannabis into Australia.
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Prescribing unapproved drugs

Medical practitioners can request access to unregistered medicines for their patients in certain circumstances.
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Regulation of MDMA and Psilocybine

An overview of regulations relating to MDMA and psilocybine.
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Travelling to or from Australia with medicines and medical devices

You can enter Australia with medicines for you or an immediate family member travelling with you under the traveller’s exemption. When leaving Australia, you must follow the advice of the country you are entering.
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Travelling as part of a sporting team, medical aid mission and military personnel

How to bring your own supply of medication as part of a sporting team, medical aid mission, or to participate in a military exercise.

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Health professionals

Importing medicinal cannabis products into Australia

Prescribing unapproved drugs

Regulation of MDMA and Psilocybine

Travelling to or from Australia with medicines and medical devices

Travelling as part of a sporting team, medical aid mission and military personnel

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