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Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 January 2025

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Wednesday, 22 January 2025

Questions (1445)

Paul Murphy

Question:

1445. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Health if he will instruct his Department to make melatonin available for children with autism diagnosis under the hardship scheme for medication, and not part of the DPS with a GP prescription; and if he will ensure that there is no requirement for a consultant script for access. [46855/24]

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Minister for Health

Under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for reimbursement decisions under the community drug schemes; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

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