Question : SHORT SUPPLY OF UNANI MEDICINES



(a) whether there is short supply of Medicines in the CGHS Unani Dispensaries in the capital;

(b) if so, the reasons therefor; and

(c) the steps taken by the Government in this regard?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI A. RAJA)

(a) to (c) The Unani medicines are available at the various CGHS Unani dispensaries/units. In case any medicine is not available, the beneficiaries are allowed to purchase the same from the open market and thereafter reimbursement is made by the CGHS to avoid inconvenience to the beneficiaries.