'Other therapeutic goods' include sterilants, disinfectants, tampons and menstrual cups.
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PageInformation and guidance on disinfectant and sterilant regulation and manufacturing requirements in Australia.
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PageTampon and menstrual cup regulation and manufacturing requirements in Australia.
Latest articles
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Nourishmeorganics Pty Ltd issued infringement notice for the alleged unlawful supply of a therapeutic good
Media releasesWe have issued an infringement notice of $18,780 to Victorian-based company, Nourishmeorganics Pty Ltd, for the alleged unlawful supply of a therapeutic good not entered in the ARTG. -
What do I need to do if my medicine or medical device is recalled?
BlogLike all goods available in Australia, therapeutic goods can sometimes experience problems. When this happens, we decide if a ‘market action’ is needed. A market action aims to correct the problem. There are four types of market actions you should be aware of. -
Understanding Complementary Medicines
BlogComplementary medicines are therapeutic goods that are often derived from traditional medicine practices. They can usually be purchased from supermarkets, health stores and pharmacies without seeing a doctor or pharmacist.
However, just because a medicine is available without a prescription, or claims to be ‘natural’ or ‘healthy’, doesn’t mean it’s safe for you.
Latest publications
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PublicationsBased on the data considered in this safety review, we recommend regulatory controls for homosalate and oxybenzone to restrict their permitted concentrations and use in therapeutic sunscreens.
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PublicationsThis updated safety review uses the Australian Sunscreen Exposure Model to assess the risk of benzophenone as a degradant in sunscreens.
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PublicationsThis Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) 2025-2026 provides information on how we implement, and cost recover our regulatory activities.