The contraceptive ring will be PBS subsidised next month

The contraceptive ring will soon be available at a lower cost under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).

From 1 November, the NuvaRing, which is inserted into the vagina, will be available for $31.60 per script ($7.70 for concession cardholders).

The PBS advisory committee recommended the contraceptive ring be subsidised in May, noting reports of “undesirable side effects” from oral contraceptives.

Minister for Women Katy Gallagher said the change is about ensuring “women have genuine choice… that isn’t limited by cost or access”.

The NuvaRing

The NuvaRing is a contraceptive ring that is inserted into the vagina for three weeks at a time.

It releases small amounts of two different hormones – etonogestrel and ethinylestradiol – over the course of a menstrual cycle.

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Insertion and removal can be done at home.

The Government estimates women previously paid around $270 a year for a NuvaRing prescription, which includes three rings.

PBS

Under the PBS, the Government subsidises a wide range of prescription medicines for Australians with a Medicare card.

Earlier this year, the Government passed legislation reducing the maximum cost of PBS medicines from $31.60 to $25.

The cost for pensioners and concession cardholders will remain capped at $7.70 per prescription.