HSA-Eligible

Is Digestive Aids HSA-Eligible? (2026)

OTC digestive medications like Pepto-Bismol, Tums, and Gas-X are HSA-eligible since the CARES Act.

Typical Cost

$5–$25 per product

Details

OTC digestive aids are HSA-eligible without a prescription. This includes antacids (Tums, Rolaids), acid reducers (Pepcid, Prilosec OTC), anti-diarrheal medications (Imodium), anti-nausea medications (Pepto-Bismol), gas relief (Gas-X, Beano), and laxatives (Miralax, Dulcolax). Prescription GI medications have always been eligible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pepto-Bismol HSA-eligible?

Yes. Pepto-Bismol and other OTC digestive medications are eligible since the CARES Act (2020).

Is Prilosec OTC HSA-eligible?

Yes. OTC acid reducers like Prilosec, Pepcid, and Nexium 24HR are all eligible.

Are Tums HSA-eligible?

Yes. Antacids like Tums and Rolaids are HSA-eligible OTC medications.

Related HSA Expenses

Over-the-Counter Medications

$5–$30 per item

Probiotics

$15–$60 per month

Prescription Medications

Varies widely — $5–$500+ per prescription

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