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OTC meds for tax purposes?

Posted 1 July 2014

Do OTC meds include vitamins and minerals? I have bought these items for quite a large amount but havent kept the receipts.

TaxTim Marc said:
1 July 2014 at 17:57

No, you cannot claim these expenses for tax purposes.

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