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Acute lymphoblastic leukaemia (ALL) Program in Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) 012-18051101



ALL restriction and item codes

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PBS Complex Drugs Programs

Services Australia website

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FAQs from Service Officers

Table 1: see Table 2 in Processing Complex Authority Required Listings for FAQs about all Complex programs.

Item

Description

1

When processing a blinatumomab initial request, what is the correct process to follow if the Q&As in OPA do not align with the application form?

Check to ensure that the correct item and restriction code are selected as multiple indications are on the same application form.

2

What is the procedure when a prescriber calls requesting a dose reduction for inotuzumab ozogamicin?

If the dose change is more than 10% (increase or decrease):

  • a replacement script must be approved under the same item and restriction code as the previous approval. Answers to questions of the previous approval can be used to complete the Q&As, and
  • override the rejection and add an authority comment 'dose change'.

3

What is the procedure when a prescriber or pharmacist calls stating that the quantity approved for inotuzumab ozogamicin is not sufficient to provide the 3 doses required for each cycle of treatment?

Escalate to a Pharmaceutical Adviser.