Prescribing pharmaceuticals by Optometrists under the RPBS

The list of pharmaceuticals approved for prescribing by optometrists can be found under ‘Optometrical Items’, published by the Department of Health and Ageing at www.pbs.gov.au.

Enquiries regarding RPBS optometrical items including prior approval applications can be directed to the Veterans’ Affairs Pharmaceutical Advisory Centre (VAPAC) on 1800 552 580 (24hr free call).