Yes, I'm fairly sure you can be, but I think, to get free prescriptions for anything as a T2 (under the age of 60), you need to be on some sort of T2 medication, eg Metformin. Diet and exercise doesn't count.
Someone will be along soon to correct me if I'm wrong!
Sally
As I understand it @davidn diabetes (all types) is one of the conditions that allows you to get an NHS prescription for that.
I suggest going back to your doctor, explaining the issues, and asking again. Controlling your blood sugar could help too, depending on what the exact issue is.
Yes, you can. which is good as it's very expensive. I get Taladafil on repeat prescription... and yea it's free. Also, getting BG down has a very beneficial effect.
I'm on metformin 2 x 500mg daily along with statin's I applied for and got medical exemption, no problem, since I have been prescribed silnafil, then moved on to taladafil, get them free with the exemption
Please bear in mind the OP is NOT asking about prescription exemptions. They are asking about the specific rules for prescribing this particular medication.