Prescribing Medication

Laws regarding where consumers can purchase medicines or poisons, as well as how these substances are packaged and labelled, vary by State and Territory. Nonetheless, most medicines and poisons are classified in alignment with the Poisons Standards (also referred to as the Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines and Poisons or SUSMP), which promotes a consistent national approach to substance scheduling and uniformity in labelling and packaging.

The Poisons Standard includes decisions made by the Secretary of the Department of Health, or their delegate, regarding the classification of medicines and poisons into different Schedules.

State and Territory legislation on drugs, poisons, and controlled substances enforces the Poisons Standard, particularly concerning the accessibility and supply of medicines and poisons.

When administering Schedule 4 medications, Cosmetic Nurses must operate under the supervision and direction of either a Medical Doctor or a Nurse Practitioner. It’s essential to understand the protocols within your practice to ensure compliance with legal regulations.

Poisons Information Centre – Australia-Wide

Phone (24/7): 13 11 26