Australian Government subsidising ‘life-changing’ endometriosis treatment for first time in 30 years

The Australian Government has announced it is now subsidising “life-changing” new medication for endometriosis. This marks the first time new medication for endometriosis has been made available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) in 30 years. 

Earlier this year, the medication dienogest, known by its brand name Visanne, was approved for treating symptoms of the condition. Endometriosis affects one in seven women in Australia, as well as nonbinary people and trans men with uteruses.

Endometriosis can cause severe period pain, pain during sex, pelvic pain outside of the menstrual cycle, pain when passing a bowel motion or urine, bloating, fatigue, and difficulty conceiving. The symptoms are caused by tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (the endometrium) growing outside the uterus.

The tablet, which can be taken once a

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