Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 21 February 2019
127. Deputy John Brassil asked the Minister for Health if Lomotil will be reimbursed under the medical card scheme at its cost price to pharmacies (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8829/19]
View answer136. Deputy John Brassil asked the Minister for Health if Lomotil will be reinstated on the medical card scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8903/19]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 127 and 136 together.
Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for the pricing and reimbursement of medicines; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.
