EpiPen Jr. (Adrenaline (epinephrine))
adrenaline (epinephrine) 150 microgram/0.3 mL injection, 0.3 mL pen device · INJECTION · PBS code 8697R
AUTHORITY_REQUIREDWhat it costs
AU$67.19 PBS-determined price per 2 units
Most patients pay only the standard PBS co-payment, not the full price above — up to AU$25.00 per script (general) or AU$7.70 (concession/Safety Net) in 2026. The figure above is what the PBS pays the pharmacy; the Australian Government subsidises the rest. Always confirm the current amount with your pharmacist.
- • First listed on the PBS: 2003-11-01.
- • Repeats: 0.
- • PBS program: GE.
Eligibility criteria for subsidised access
The following is the government's own wording from the PBS Schedule, shown unchanged.
Listing of Pharmaceutical Benefits (NHL) - Schedule 4 part 1
Acute allergic reaction with anaphylaxis
Initial sole PBS-subsidised supply for anticipated emergency treatment
Patient must have been assessed to be at significant risk of anaphylaxis by, or in consultation with a clinical immunologist; or
Patient must have been assessed to be at significant risk of anaphylaxis by, or in consultation with an allergist; or
Patient must have been assessed to be at significant risk of anaphylaxis by, or in consultation with a paediatrician; or
Patient must have been assessed to be at significant risk of anaphylaxis by, or in consultation with a respiratory physician.
The name of the specialist consulted must be provided at the time of application for initial supply.
Listing of Pharmaceutical Benefits (NHL) - Schedule 4 part 1
Acute allergic reaction with anaphylaxis
Initial sole PBS-subsidised supply for anticipated emergency treatment
Patient must have been discharged from hospital or an emergency department after treatment with adrenaline (epinephrine) for acute allergic reaction with anaphylaxis.
Listing of Pharmaceutical Benefits (NHL) - Schedule 4 part 1
Acute allergic reaction with anaphylaxis
Continuing sole PBS-subsidised supply for anticipated emergency treatment
Patient must have previously been issued with an authority prescription for any form of this drug for this indication.
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Not medical advice. Voxsanity republishes public PBS data in plain English. PBS listing status and criteria can change; always confirm current subsidised availability with your doctor or pharmacist.
Source: Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS), © Commonwealth of Australia. Data used and redistributed under permission; not modified from its original wording where displayed verbatim.