Publication of updated CATAG Guiding Principles for off-label use of medicines

The Council of Australian Therapeutic Advisory Groups (CATAG) has recently published an updated CATAG Guiding Principles for off-label use of medicines, Rethinking Medicines Decision-Making: Guiding Principles for the Off-label Use of Medicines in Australian Healthcare Settings (Version 2, June 2026).

First published in 2013, the Guiding Principles have been comprehensively reviewed and updated to reflect contemporary healthcare practice and support safe, evidence-informed decision-making regarding the off-label use of medicines across Australian healthcare settings. The updated resource provides a contemporary framework for high-quality, patient-centred care while maintaining appropriate safeguards for off-label medicine use.

For any enquires relating to the Guiding Principles, please contact CATAG’s National co-ordinator at catagcoordinator@catag.org.au or via the online contact form.