“The Australian Government has announced that they intend to ask the Governor-General in Council to amend the Customs (Prohibited Import) Regulations from 1 July 2020 prohibiting the importation of e-cigarettes containing vaporiser nicotine (nicotine in solution or in salt or base form) and nicotine-containing refills unless on prescription from a doctor. If the Governor-General agrees to make the regulations, the following questions and answers provide further information for individuals, health professionals and importers who may be affected by the prohibition.”
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Prohibition on importing e-cigarettes containing vaporiser nicotine
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“To date, no e-cigarette products have been approved as smoking cessation aids in Australia. These products are considered to be ‘unapproved’ therapeutic goods and the TGA has not evaluated them for quality, safety and effectiveness. E-cigarettes containing nicotine and nicotine for use in e-cigarettes to help a person to quit smoking can be prescribed by an Australian registered doctor and supplied with approval from the TGA. If you think these products may help you to quit smoking, you should speak to your doctor. If they believe it is the most appropriate treatment for your situation, they will be able to apply to the TGA for the necessary approval and help to arrange supply.”
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