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Status: Gluten free products are not routinely available on prescription in most areas

Gluten free prescriptions are not routinely available in most areas

Gluten free bread and flour mixes are not routinely available on prescription. If you are struggling on your gluten free diet, you should speak to your GP or healthcare team. It is at your GP’s discretion to prescribe where they feel there is a clinical need.

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For those living in West Norfolk, gluten free bread and flour mixes are available on prescription to those aged 18 and under only in this area. A maximum of 8 units is allowed for this group. Speak to your GP about setting up your prescription.

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Prescription Charges

In England, most people have to pay for prescriptions. However, some individuals may be eligible for free prescriptions. You can check your eligibility on the NHS website.

For gluten free prescriptions items, a single prescription charge usually applies to each product type/brand (e.g., multiple loaves of the same bread incur a single charge).