Medicinal Products

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 3 May 2017

Wednesday, 3 May 2017

Questions (60)

Fiona O'Loughlin

Question:

60. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health his plans to introduce subsidised asthma medication in the absence of asthma being recognised on the long-term illness scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20799/17]

Written answers

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.

Question No. 61 answered with Question No. 32.