Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 September 2012
460. Deputy David Stanton asked the Minister for Health if there are any alternative omega 3 triclyceride products available to medical card holders free of charge under the GMS scheme since the recent removal of a drug, Omacor, from the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40499/12]
View answerIn the current financial environment the Health Service Executive (HSE) is facing a challenge to deliver services in a way that will minimise any adverse impact on patients and continue to protect, as far as possible, the most vulnerable citizens.
There are no alternative Omega-3 triglyceride products available under the Community Drugs Scheme. However, these products are available over the counter.
