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Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 5 March 2026

Thursday, 5 March 2026

Ceisteanna (550)

Noel McCarthy

Ceist:

550. Deputy Noel McCarthy asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 253 of 25 February 2026, to provide further clarity on the reason such pain relief is not considered under the drugs payment scheme; the current assessment of Versatis plasters is under the scheme; if there have been any exceptional circumstances where these plasters have been approved for unlicensed use; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17990/26]

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Freagraí scríofa

As this is a service matter and under the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, the HSE has statutory responsibility for decisions on the pricing and reimbursement of medicines and medical devices, this question has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.

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