Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 118395

Heart Diseases: Aspirin

Tabled: 5 March 2026
Answered: 11 March 2026

Question

James MacCleary

Liberal DemocratLewes

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps is he taking to help ensure that low-dose dispersible aspirin is (a) readily available and (b) affordable for those with heart conditions.

Answer

Dr Zubir Ahmed
Low-dose dispersible aspirin is normally widely available at a relatively low price, without a prescription, from pharmacies. For example, a packet of 100 75milligram tablets can be purchased for approximately £2.10. Where aspirin is prescribed, there are...

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