19Where quantity is less than a pack quantity

19 Where quantity is less than a pack quantity

(1) If the quantity of a pharmaceutical benefit that is ordered and supplied is less than a pack quantity of the benefit (a broken quantity), the amount mentioned in subparagraphs 17(1)(b)(i) and 17(1)(c)(ii) is to be calculated by: (i) adding the mark‑up mentioned in section 18 to the approved ex‑manufacturer price or to the proportional ex‑manufacturer price for the pack quantity, taking the result to the nearest cent, with one half cent being counted as 1 cent; and (ii) dividing the quantity or number of units in the broken quantity by the pack quantity, expressed as a percentage to 2 decimal places; and (iii) applying the percentage worked out under subparagraph (b) to the amount worked out under subparagraph (a).