Treasurer Josh Frydenberg says additions to the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme laid out in the budget will save lives including spinal muscular atrophy sufferers.
“Last night, we listed this drug on the PBS at a record $2.5 million for a one-off treatment,” he said, referring to Zolgensma.
“This is the most expensive drug Australia has ever listed on the PBS.
“It will save 30 children a year, and listing drugs, like Zolgensma and last night Trodelvy to treat breast cancer patients, is only possible because of a strong economy.”