NHS England plans to cut indigestion and dandruff prescriptions

Treatments for readily available items such as cough mixtures, laxatives and sun cream would also be reined in under proposals

NHS England is proposing to cut free prescriptions for over-the-counter remedies such as dandruff shampoo, eye drops and indigestion tablets in an effort to make up a shortfall in its funding.

The plans, which have alarmed the Patients Association, will explore restricting prescriptions for a number of mild ailments.

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