Cost of prescriptions issued by Spanish GP

I am looking for some enlightenment on prescription costs. As a resident since last year I have ongoing regular prescriptions for a chronic condition. The cost per item has been around 60cents per item. I needed to consult my GP this week with a new (hopefully one-off) problem. My GP gave me a prescription for 2 items. On presenting my SIP card at the Pharmacy the 2 items were dispensed. One item was 32 cents but I was charged €9.95 for the other item. The Pharmacist said it was because that particular item is not on the "free" list. I was unaware until then that not all prescribed medicine is covered by Spanish healthcare. Can anyone tell me how it works, why not everything is covered, & whether there are particular types of treatment that aren't covered? Thanks in anticipation.

Hello sp1946

I know it’s a bit of a long shot, but have you considered asking the Pharmacist or your Doctor how it all works?

Thanks Kavanagh, other than what the Pharmacist told me the answer is no, not yet. I wondered if someone on Eye in Spain had the same experience & knew the answer.

Good Afternoon

Here is a website which should  make things clearer for you.

https://blog.abacoadvisers.com/pharmacies-in-spain-everything-you-need-to-know/