Smoking cessation products are now available for pharmacy order on Canview. Log in to learn more.
With the recent TGA reform changes, the demand for medically prescribed smoking cessation products is expected to increase.
Our free-to-use online platform simplifies the process, so you can provide these essential products to your patients effortlessly.
Prepare your pharmacy today by placing a wholesale order with Canview.
Explore Canview’s range of smoking cessation products, tailored to meet the increasing demand from prescriptions throughout Australia. These products offer everything you need to support your patients with pharmacotherapy for smoking cessation.
We currently stock compliant products from reputable suppliers of smoking cessation products in Australia, including Bay Pharma, From the Feilds and Hoosh.
Understanding how to assist your patients on their journey to quit smoking is essential. Visit our Education Hub for clinical resources to upskill yourself in the fundamentals of smoking cessation.
Resources include a video library and downloads about:
Getting familiar with new technology can be daunting. Our team are here to support you every step of the way with ongoing training and support.
Have questions about accessing smoking cessation products in Australia for your pharmacy? Browse our FAQs below.
If you’re interested in learning how to navigate the regulatory environment, read our article on Australia’s smoking cessation regulations.
To order smoking cessation products for your pharmacy, log in to your Canview account, click on “Catalogue” and then click on the “bulk products” tab. The wholesale price (ex GST) will be for product packs (usually containing 5-10 units per pack). The recommended retail price (inc GST, if applicable) is for a single unit.
Yes, smoking cessation products can be stocked on shelf at your pharmacy without the requirement of a script or approval in Australia.
Therefore, pharmacies can conveniently keep stock on hand for patients entering with a script and immediately dispense.
“Zero strength” products that can be sold only at a pharmacy are also available in the catalogue of smoking cessation products that can be sold without a script.
As of 1 January 2024, an approved prescriber status is not required to prescribe a smoking cessation product in Australia.
As part of the government reforms, a new SAS-C pathway will be implemented to enable medical practitioners and nurse practitioners to prescribe therapeutic vapes, where clinically appropriate.
The advertising of therapeutic goods, including smoking cessation products, is generally prohibited in Australia. Some states and territories also restrict the promotion of nicotine vaping devices.
However, some states and territories allow pharmacists to notify patients in a specified manner if they supply nicotine vaping devices.
Check with local state health departments to determine applicable laws.
The 1st of January 2024 signified the first stage of reform to create a truly medical pathway for access to smoking cessation products in Australia.
From 1 January 2024, the government will progress a ban on the importation of disposable single use products, both therapeutic and non-therapeutic.
To enhance drug control, the government is implementing the requirement for importers of therapeutic smoking cessation products to obtain a licence and permit from the Office of Drug Control.
A new SAS pathway will also be commenced to enable medical practitioners and nurse practitioners to prescribe therapeutic vapes, where clinically appropriate.
This pathway will facilitate improved patient access to therapeutic vapes, without requiring pre-approval or authority from the TGA.
To read more, click here.
The 1st of March 2024 brought a ban on the importation of all non-therapeutic products and an end to the personal importation scheme.
Supply of smoking cessation products will be subject to no restrictions in order quantities.
Cartons will be the smallest ordering item and typically contain 5-10 units. This reflects a patient’s requirement for replenishing smoking cessation products.
Canview will outline each of the supplier’s packaging and order requirements.
Prior to 1 January 2024, an Authorised Prescriber was required to prescribe smoking cessation products.
Now, patients can obtain a script from their GP or Nurse Practitioner as they would other allowable Schedule 4 medications in Australia.
We have provided a “Prescriber cheat sheet” within our Education Hub, which contains prescribing guidance and the list of available products for any prescribers looking to prescribe for smoking cessation therapy at their clinic.
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