Medicinal Products

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 September 2022

Tuesday, 20 September 2022

Questions (528)

Michael Ring

Question:

528. Deputy Michael Ring asked the Minister for Health if the drug gammacore which is recommended by a consultant for the treatment of chronic and cluster headaches is being considered for approval; if not, if it will be considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45667/22]

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.