Who Can Dispense Medication in Australia? Roles, Guidelines, and Legal Obligations
In Australia, only authorised health practitioners can dispense prescription-only medicines. These practitioners include pharmacists, doctors, dentists, optometrists, nurse practitioners, and midwife practitioners. This rule applies in both community settings and hospitals, ensuring safe management of medications. Medical doctors also play a key role. They can prescribe medications and may dispense them if they hold the … Read more