Britons are being warned to be careful to ensure they qualify to claim free NHS prescriptions from a pharmacy – or they may face a £100 fine if they’re found to be ineligible.

Several different circumstances can deem a person eligible to claim free medication, such as age, a medical condition, or if a person receives certain benefits.

With prices increasing by 2.59 percent in May, people can make a sizeable saving if they find themselves qualifying for free prescriptions.

However, those who…