Qantity per dose: Number of tablets, capsules, or mL per each dose.
| Examples: | Qantity per dose: |
|---|---|
| Take 2 tablets FOUR times a day | 2 |
| Take 5mL by measure THREE times a day | 5 |
Number of dose(s): The frequency of dosage per period of time.
| Examples: | Number of dose(s): |
|---|---|
| Take 2 tablets FOUR times a day | 4 |
| Apply 1 patch to skin TWICE a week | 2 |
Per (number of days): The dose per the period of time.
| Examples: | Per (number of days): |
|---|---|
| Take 2 tablets FOUR times a day | 1 |
| Take 1 tablet on every ALTERNATE day | 2 |
| Apply 1 patch to skin TWICE a week | 7 |
Prescribed Quantity: The total prescribed qantity of the script.
| Examples: | Prescribed Quantity: |
|---|---|
| Take 2 tablets FOUR times a day (QTY: 180 tablets) | 180 |
| Take 5mL by measure THREE times a day (QTY: 100mL) | 100 |
| Apply 1 patch to skin TWICE a week (QTY: 4 patches) | 4 |
The Simple Interval Calculator is used to work out the expected interval of a prescription. This calculator does not compare the result to the current interval. Which is often required for checking Scedule 8 (S8) medications or Scedule 4 Appendix D (S4D) medications (in certain states) to ensure they are due to be dispensed. Please refer to Regulations to find out the requirements for a specific state.
*Please note that this calculator is not meant to be used for the calculation of Safety Net 20 Day Rule (SN20).
Use the Add & Subtract Days Calculator for estimating the Safety Net due day for the list of medications on The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Safety Net Rule. Use the Interval Calculator if needed to find out whether a S4D or S8 medication can be dispensed.
1. Australian Government (Department of Health and Aged Care) - Scheduling Basics
https://www.tga.gov.au/how-we-regulate/ingredients-and-scheduling-medicines-and-chemicals/poisons-standard-and-scheduling-medicines-and-chemicals/scheduling/scheduling-basics
2. Australian Government (Department of Health and Aged Care) - The Poisons Standard (the SUSMP)
https://www.tga.gov.au/how-we-regulate/ingredients-and-scheduling-medicines-and-chemicals/poisons-standard-and-scheduling-medicines-and-chemicals/poisons-standard-susmp-0
3. Australian Government (Department of Health and Aged Care) - Contacts for State/Territory medicines & poisons regulation units
https://www.tga.gov.au/how-we-regulate/ingredients-and-scheduling-medicines-and-chemicals/poisons-standard-and-scheduling-medicines-and-chemicals/scheduling/contacts-stateterritory-medicines-poisons-regulation-units
4. NSW Government (NSW Health) - Frequently Asked Questions - Dispensing S8 or S4 prescriptions
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/pharmaceutical/pharmacists/Pages/faq-dispense-s8-and-s4-medicines.aspx
5. The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) - FAQ: What are repeat intervals for PBS prescriptions?
https://www.pbs.gov.au/info/general/faq#WhatarerepeatintervalsforPBSprescriptions
6. The Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) - Safety Net early supply rule
https://www.pbs.gov.au/browse/safety-net
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