HSA-Eligible

Is Menstrual Products HSA-Eligible? (2026)

Tampons, pads, menstrual cups, and other period products are HSA-eligible since the CARES Act.

Typical Cost

$5–$40 per month

Details

The CARES Act of 2020 made all menstrual care products HSA-eligible without a prescription. This covers tampons, pads, liners, menstrual cups, menstrual discs, and period underwear. No letter of medical necessity needed — just buy them and pay with your HSA card.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are tampons HSA-eligible?

Yes. Since the CARES Act (2020), tampons and all menstrual products are HSA-eligible. No prescription needed.

Are menstrual cups HSA-eligible?

Yes. Reusable menstrual cups like DivaCup and Saalt qualify. One-time purchase, long-term savings.

Is period underwear HSA-eligible?

Yes. Period underwear like Thinx and Knix counts as a menstrual care product under the CARES Act.

Related HSA Expenses

Over-the-Counter Medications

$5–$30 per item

Birth Control

$0–$50/month (pills); $0–$1,300 (IUD insertion)

Pregnancy Test

$5–$20 per test

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