Telehealth has changed our lives in many aspects, including how we access healthcare. From online GP consults to ordering medicines online from a pharmacy nearby, there are many notable trends. In Australia, consumers can order both prescription and over-the-counter medicines online. This can be done from the comfort of their homes. These will get delivered right to their doorstep.  

In Australia, medicines are called as Therapeutic goods. These are regulated by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). This is to ensure they are safe1. Some medicines are available with a prescription whereas others could be purchased over the counter. Australia also has a National medicines Policy in place to ensure they are available and affordable to all. One can buy them from various places, such as: 

• Pharmacies for prescription and over-the-counter medications 
• Supermarkets for some over the counter and complementary medicines 
• From a healthcare expert, either in a hospital or a clinic 
• Online, from a legitimate and trustworthy site.