Cystex
Cystex, an over-the-counter (OTC) medication for urinary tract infection (UTI) symptom relief, is eligible for HSA, FSA, and HRA reimbursement.
Eligible for HSA, FSA, HRAhigh confidence
Eligibility Matrix
Eligibility status for all account types
| Account Type | Status |
|---|---|
| HSA | Eligible |
| FSA | Eligible |
| HRA | Eligible |
Quick Reference
The CARES Act of 2020 expanded the definition of qualified medical expenses to include over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and drugs without the need for a prescription. Cystex falls under this category as an OTC medication used to treat specific medical symptoms, making it a qualified medical expense.
When It Qualifies
- •The expense must be for medical care, which includes the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease, or for the purpose of affecting any structure or function of the body.
- •The product must be purchased for the primary purpose of alleviating or preventing a medical condition.
When It Doesn't
- •Expenses for general health or cosmetic purposes are not eligible.
- •Products primarily for personal comfort or convenience are not eligible.
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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 and reimbursement purposes. This information is for educational purposes only and not tax or legal advice.