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Severe facial lipoatrophy Program in Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) 012-18051129

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This document outlines details of the PBS subsidised polylactic acid (PLA) for patients with HIV associated severe facial lipoatrophy.

Severe facial lipoatrophy and listing dates

Severe facial lipoatrophy is a rare condition described by the disappearance of facial subcutaneous fat. Polylactic acid is an injectable liquid used to add volume to areas of the face to create a soft, natural, more youthful re-contouring of the face from severe facial lipoatrophy caused by therapy for HIV infection only. It builds the body's own collagen while it gradually disappears.

Listing dates:

  • polylactic acid - 1 September 2009

See Written Authority Required Drugs for more information.

Enquiries

Transfer enquiries about prescription arrangements to the Complex Drugs Programs team and choose the team relevant to the condition being treated.

The Resources page contains links to contact details, item and restriction codes, FAQs and the PBS schedule.

Online Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Authorities System (OPA System)

Process telephone Authority approval application

Processing and National Demand Allocation (PaNDA)

Written Authority Required Drugs