Medical cards The medical card scheme entitles certain people to free public health services. This document tells you the income guidelines and how to apply.
Prescribed drugs and medicines Irish residents are entitled to either free or subsidised approved prescribed drugs and medicines and certain medical and surgical aids and appliances.
Drugs Payment Scheme The Drugs Payment scheme is a scheme where individuals or families only pay a maximum monthly amount for all prescribed drugs, medicines or appliances they use.
Prescription charges for medical card holders Since 1 October 2010, people with medical cards pay a 50 cent charge for medicines that they get on prescription from pharmacies, up to a maximum of €10 per month.
