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Written question asked by Norman Lamb (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 24 October 2018, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 October 2018 (named day). It was answered by Steve Brine (Conservative) on Monday, 29 October 2018 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.


Buprenorphine

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the Answer of 11 October 2018 to Question 176027 on Buprenorphine, if he will take steps to ensure that the price of buprenorphine returns to more affordable levels.

Answer

The increased purchase price of buprenorphine is reflected in the reimbursement price paid to pharmacies, to ensure that supplies remain available to patients. The market for buprenorphine has generally been competitive and we expect the supply situation to improve over the coming weeks which is likely to result in an increasingly competitive market. The Department continues to monitor this very closely.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
183288
Session
2017-19
Related items
Buprenorphine
Thursday, 11 October 2018
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Prices Buprenorphine
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk