809. Deputy Michael Conaghan asked the Minister for Health his plans to include Omacor as medication covered under the medical card scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33127/14]

The Health Service Executive (HSE) has statutory responsibility for decisions on pricing and reimbursement of medicinal products under the community drug schemes in accordance with the provisions of the Health (Pricing and Supply of Medical Goods) Act 2013, therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.