Are you confused about medications that may or may not contain gluten? We’ve had several questions about the topic so thought we would take a moment to point out some great resources!
The truth is that some prescription and over the counter medications can contain gluten. Wheat starch is one of several binders used to hold pills together. Thankfully, Steve Plogsted--a pharmacist at Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio has put together a great resource for the gluten-free community to find safe medications.
Be sure to check out http://www.glutenfreedrugs.com/ to learn all about safe medications.
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October 10, 2011
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