511. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Health further to Parliamentary Question No. 1661 of 18 March 2026, to confirm that a drug (details supplied) is to be discontinued from January 2027; and the plans that are in place to replace this product which is essential for many people who are undergoing weight loss treatment. [67833/26]

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; therefore, the matter has been referred to the HSE for attention and direct reply to the Deputy.