# hyperemesis gravidarum

This year

2023

HSE review to allow GPs prescribe Cariban drug for pregnant women continuing, says minister

Stephen Donnelly confirmed that the budget allocation for the scheme will be surpassed.

13.6k

Apr 1st 2023, 7:30 AM

The Explainer: Why are there still problems accessing a drug that prevents extreme morning sickness?

Listen in to hear political correspondent Christina Finn explaining the situation with Cariban.

2.4k

Feb 21st 2023, 6:42 PM

Last year

2022

Govt one step closer to giving severe illness during pregnancy drug free of charge

U-turn on calling Cariban a food supplement as HPRA says such classification is not appropriate.

9.5k

Feb 23rd 2022, 7:13 PM

Health Minister insists State won't reimburse cost of drug to treat severe pregnancy sickness

When Stephen Donnelly was in Opposition he told Simon Harris that the drug called Cariban should be available on the drugs payment scheme.

18.1k

Feb 4th 2022, 6:00 AM

All time

Concerns raised over morning sickness medication being sold to women online

There have been calls for the drug, which can cost up to €3,000, to be made available to women with a medical card.

34.6k

Oct 31st 2018, 6:05 AM

'I was getting sick all day when I was pregnant. The doctor told me to have cold milk and Rice Krispies'

Severe vomiting affects 2% of pregnant woman, but some say there is not enough awareness about it, even among the medical profession.

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Jan 16th 2016, 8:00 PM