Medical Card Drugs Availability

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 12 June 2018

Tuesday, 12 June 2018

Ceisteanna (719)

Fiona O'Loughlin

Ceist:

719. Deputy Fiona O'Loughlin asked the Minister for Health if EpiPens are covered on the medical card; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24841/18]

Freagraí scríofa

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.