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NHIA medicines benefit list

Is Ephedrine covered by NHIS?

Yes. Ephedrine is on the NHIA medicines benefit list in 1 listed form, so it can be prescribed and reimbursed under NHIA health insurance plans.
On the NHIA list1 form listed

Listed forms & strengths

1
NHIS codeDosage formStrengthsPresentation
NHIS-15-02-04Nasal drops (Hcl)0.50%-
What this means for you

Covered in principle, confirmed by your HMO

Being on the benefit list means NHIA plans can pay for Ephedrine. Whether yours does, and at which facility, depends on your plan and your HMO. Check the accredited HMO register or ask your provider, and see official NHIA procedure tariffs for what treatments are reimbursed at. This page is a register record, not medical advice.

● Source: NHIA medicines benefit list · fetched Aug 2026.