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Mr. Galley
asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what savings have resulted from the introductions of the selected list scheme of National Health Service drugs; and if he will make a statement.
Mr. Newton
Information from the Prescription Pricing Authority indicates that the Selected List Scheme saved £75 million on the drugs bill in 1985–86. The savings in each of the seven therapeutic groups was:
| £ million | |
| Cough and Cold remedies | 22 |
| Analgesics for mild to moderate pain | 19 |
| Indigestion remedies | 8 |
| Vitamins | 7½ |
| Laxatives | 2 |
| Bitters and tonics | 1 |
| Benzodiazepine Sedatives and Tranquillisers | 15½ |