Róisín Shortall (Dublin North West, Labour)
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Question 302: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the rules regarding the quantity of prescription tablets that are permitted for dispensing by licensed chemists; if there is a reason that these are normally sold in packs of 28 rather than a full month's supply; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17428/07]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Progressive Democrats)
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There is no legislation that specifically deals with the quantity of prescription tablets that are permitted for dispensing by licensed chemists. The standard industry practice across Europe is for prescription tablets to be packaged in sizes of 28 as this number has been found to be the most convenient for patients.