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As part of its PBS listing, an anaphylaxis treatment is set to be “a-flagged” Anapen 500 (500 microgram/0.3mL), Anapen 300 (300 microgram/0.3mL) and Anapen Junior 150 (150 microgram/0.3mL) adrenaline (epinephrine) auto-injectors will be listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from September 1, 2021 for the emergency treatment of acute severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) due to insect stings,