Medicinal Products Supply

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 4 December 2012

Tuesday, 4 December 2012

Questions (627)

Michael Healy-Rae

Question:

627. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Health if there will be any changes to generic branded drugs legislation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [54100/12]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Health

The Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Bill 2012 was published on the 13th of July 2012. The Bill provides for the introduction of a system of generic substitution and reference pricing. The Bill completed its passage through the Seanad on Wednesday, the 19th of September, and is currently continuing its passage through the Dáil. As the Deputy will be aware, it is possible to make amendments to the Bill at Committee stage in the Dáil.

Question No. 628 answered with Question No. 581.