Darren O'Rourke
Question:775. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Health the reason that cariban is not covered by the drugs payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37019/22]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 July 2022
775. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Health the reason that cariban is not covered by the drugs payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37019/22]
View answer945. Deputy Catherine Connolly asked the Minister for Health his plans to include cariban on the drugs payment scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [37694/22]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 775 and 945 together.
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.