Over-The-Counter (OTC) Drugs And Medications

Certain over-the-counter drugs and medicines that are prescribed by a qualified healthcare provider are considered eligible for reimbursement through your HCSA. These items include both ingested and topical forms and must be recommended in writing by your doctor as medically necessary and not for cosmetic purposes. The written prescription must be submitted with your reimbursement claim form. Categories of over-the-counter drugs and medications considered eligible for reimbursement with a written prescription include:

• Acid controllers

• Allergy and sinus medications

• Antibiotic products

• Anti-diarrheal drugs

• Anti-gas

• Anti-itch and insect bite

• Antiparasitic treatments

• Cold sore remedies

• Cold, cough and flu

• Digestive aids

• Feminine anti-fungal/anti-itch products

• Hemorrhoid preps

• Laxatives

• Motion sickness

• Pain relief

• Rash ointments/creams (including baby)

• Respiratory treatments

• Sleep aids and sedatives

• Stomach remedies

Over-The-Counter (OTC) Medical Supplies

Over-the-counter medical supplies that do not represent drugs or medications are considered eligible for reimbursement through your HCSA without a doctor's prescription. Categories of these over-the-counter supplies include:

• Bandages

• Blood pressure monitor

• Carpal tunnel wrist supports

• Chest rubs

• Cholesterol tests

• Colorectal cancer screening tests

• Contact lenses cleaning and storage supplies

• Crutches and mobility aids

• Diabetes monitors and supplies, including insulin

• Ear wax kit

• Eye drops and eye lubricants

• Hot/cold packs

• Incontinences supplies

• Knee supports

• Nasal strips

• One touch

• Orthotic supplies

• Pregnancy tests

• Reading glasses

• Thermometers

Check with ADP Benefit Services at 800-550-0720 or refer to IRS Publication 502, Medical and Dental Expenses available at www.irs.gov for a list of potential eligible health care expenses.