Pharmacy Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 April 2022

Tuesday, 26 April 2022

Ceisteanna (1552)

Róisín Shortall

Ceist:

1552. Deputy Róisín Shortall asked the Minister for Health the position regarding certain pharmacies that are charging extra for blister packs over and above the prescription charges; if he is taking steps to address this; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20108/22]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the administration of the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.