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Will my prescriptions get pricier?
No, your prescription charges won't change because of this deal. The NHS sets a standard fee for most prescriptions, which is separate from the price the NHS pays for medicines. While the deal could increase the cost to the NHS for American drugs, this isn't passed directly onto patients at the pharmacy counter.
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