Do you manage multiple prescriptions? If so, you may find it useful to set up an Active Script List (ASL). An ASL is a digital list of your electronic prescriptions. The advantage of having an ASL is that you don’t have to keep track of individual tokens. Currently, 85% of pharmacies across Australia now have access to the ASL and can dispense your medicines, providing you have given them permission. 

Getting started 

To set up your ASL, you will need to visit your pharmacy. Take your mobile phone and 100 points of identification, such as a passport, birth certificate, driving licence, Centrelink card or Medicare card. The pharmacy will set up the service for you. You will be asked to consent to the service after reviewing and agreeing to the terms and conditions.

How it works 

Once registered, all your electronic prescriptions will automatically be added to your ASL. The next time a prescription is issued to you by a health provider it will show up on your ASL and you will be able to pick up the medication from your nominated pharmacy. If you don’t want all your medications to be added, just let your doctor and pharmacist know. 

Having an ASL means you don’t need to keep track of tokens issued through electronic prescribing because the pharmacy can access your prescriptions through your ASL (with your permission).

If you change your mind and decide you no longer want an ASL, you must email the Active Script List Registry [email protected] to request the removal. 

Find out more

The use of digital tools for managing your health is both convenient and empowering. If you are comfortable with using technology such as your mobile phone and the internet you will likely find these tools easy and efficient to use. For more information on My Health Record click here, and find out more about electronic prescriptions here. For help getting started, or for further information, visit www.digitalhealth.gov.au/. 

Article updated 11 July 2025