Up to 490 euros per month: Weight loss injections and pills: When they reduce the tax burden
The injection or the pill for losing weight often costs several hundred euros per month. Under certain conditions, the expenses can reduce the tax burden.
The German association Bundesverband Lohnsteuerhilfevereine (BVL) reports that prescription weight loss medications can be claimed as exceptional expenses on tax returns, potentially reducing tax liability. The costs of these medications, which can range from €170 to €490 per month, may exceed the deductible threshold, allowing individuals to claim a tax relief.
To claim this relief, individuals must keep receipts for the medication, as well as other medical expenses, such as doctor visits, physiotherapy, and travel costs. Only doctor-prescribed medications are eligible, but those purchased with a private prescription can be claimed.
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