Dimetapp
Dimetapp is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement as an over-the-counter medicine.
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Quick Reference
Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, such as Dimetapp, are considered qualified medical expenses because they are used for the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease. The CARES Act of 2020 removed the requirement for a prescription for OTC medicines to be eligible for reimbursement from health spending accounts.
When It Qualifies
- •The expense must be for medical care as defined by the IRS.
- •The product must be used to alleviate or treat a specific medical condition or symptom.
When It Doesn't
- •Expenses for general health or cosmetic purposes are not eligible.
Similar Items
Official Source
IRS Publication 502
What Are Medical Expenses?
View on IRS.gov
Important Notice
- •Your specific plan may have different rules
- •Keep all receipts and documentation
- •This is informational only, not tax or legal advice
While generally eligible, specific plan administrators may have their own substantiation requirements. Always retain your receipts for tax purposes and verify with your plan administrator for any specific rules. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.