HSA-Eligible

Is Lice Treatment HSA-Eligible? (2026)

OTC and prescription lice treatment products are HSA-eligible.

Typical Cost

$10–$30 (OTC); $100–$200 (professional treatment)

Details

Lice treatment products are qualified medical expenses. OTC treatments like Nix (permethrin), RID, and lice shampoos are eligible since the CARES Act. Prescription treatments (Sklice, Natroba) are also eligible. Lice combs included with treatment kits qualify too. Professional lice removal services from a clinic (like The Lice Place or Lice Clinics of America) are also eligible as medical treatment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is lice treatment HSA-eligible?

Yes. Both OTC and prescription lice treatments are eligible. Professional lice removal services also qualify.

Is a lice comb HSA-eligible?

Yes. Lice combs, whether standalone or included with treatment kits, are eligible medical supplies.

Related HSA Expenses

Over-the-Counter Medications

$5–$30 per item

Prescription Medications

Varies widely — $5–$500+ per prescription

First Aid Supplies

$5–$50 per item

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