Tyrosine With Carbohydrate
Recommended MetabolicRestrictedNot applicable line
Dietary management of phenylketonuria (PKU) in patients aged 3 years and over.
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Submissions
2019–19
On the record
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ICER range
Not modelled
Cost basis
Decisions on record
- Meeting Jul 2019 Recommended Phenylketonuria
- Meeting Mar 2008 Recommended Food no PSD
Access path
- Jul 2019Recommended · restricted
- PBS listing · Restricted
RecommendedDeferredNot recommended
From the public summary
PBAC outcome
6.1 The PBAC agreed with the changes to the listing of tyrosine with carbohydrate (Tyrosine 1000) processed by the Secretariat to include advice that the product is suitable for patients aged 3 years and over. Noting the NPWP advice, the PBAC agreed the change was unlikely to impact patients as the use of standalone tyrosine in infants and young children is rare.PSD · Jul 2019
6.2 The PBAC considered that the current arrangements to permit nurse practitioner prescribing and not having the Early Supply Rule apply remained appropriate.PSD · Jul 2019
Consumer comments
4.2 The PBAC noted there were no consumer comments received for this item. Change to product formulationPSD · Jul 2019
Cost-effectiveness
Not modelled — minor submission (formulation change with age restriction only; no economic evaluation required).
Decision context
PopulationPatients with phenylketonuria (PKU) aged 3 years and over.
Submission history
| Decided | Outcome | Comparator | ICER | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2019 | Recommended · restricted | — | — | Other |
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Regulatory · TGA
Label narrower than PBS population — PBAC restricted subsidy to patients aged 3 years and over; TGA label does not specify age limits.