Medicinal Products

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 5 July 2017

Wednesday, 5 July 2017

Questions (205)

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

205. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health if he will reconsider proposed changes to the packaging of medication by chemists for older persons (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31738/17]

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.