General Medical Services Scheme Administration

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 October 2013

Tuesday, 15 October 2013

Ceisteanna (403)

Terence Flanagan

Ceist:

403. Deputy Terence Flanagan asked the Minister for Health if he will address concerns regarding the availability of smoking patches (details supplied) in Dublin 5; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43164/13]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister of State at the Department of Health

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (including nicotine patches) is reimbursable for medical card holders under the General Medical Services (GMS) Scheme, however, it is not reimbursable under the Drug Payment Scheme (DPS). There are no plans to change this arrangement.