Biosimilar medicines refer to medicines that are highly similar to a reference biological medicine.
Biological medicines are used in the treatment of many acute and chronic conditions, in the areas of rheumatology, gastroenterology, dermatology, endocrinology, oncology and haematology, among others.
This hub provides links to helpful resources on biological and biosimilar medicines.
Resources for health professionals
About biosimilar medicines
NPS MedicineWise resources
- Understanding biological medicines, their biosimilars and the PBS
Includes a practical guide for pharmacists and an interactive tool on avoiding the 'nocebo effect'
- Biologics and other specialised medicines
Hub hosting bDMARDs information and resources
- Biologics, biosimilars and PBS sustainability
Medicinewise News
Additional resources
- Which biosimilar medicines are available in Australia?
Department of Health - Biosimilar medicines information collection
Department of Health - Biosimilar medicines – The basics for healthcare professionals
Department of Health - Biologics and biosimilars best practice
Guiding principles for the governance of biologics and their biosimilars in Australian hospitals (CATAG) - Biosimilars information hub for health professionals
GBMA Education
Information for pharmacists
- Biosimilars on the PBS
Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme - Biological medicines, including biosimilar medicines explained
Pharmaceutical Society of Australia - Biologics and biosimilars – a practical guide for pharmacists
The Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia
