Other therapeutic goods
Find information on therapeutic goods referred to as 'other therapeutic goods', such as sterilants, disinfectants, tampons and menstrual cups.
'Other therapeutic goods' include sterilants, disinfectants, tampons and menstrual cups.
Latest articles
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Nourishmeorganics Pty Ltd issued infringement notice for the alleged unlawful supply of a therapeutic good
We 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?
Like 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
Complementary 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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Based 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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This updated safety review uses the Australian Sunscreen Exposure Model to assess the risk of benzophenone as a degradant in sunscreens.
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This Cost Recovery Implementation Statement (CRIS) 2025-2026 provides information on how we implement, and cost recover our regulatory activities.