Is the Excedrin Extra Strength Caplets for Headache Pain Relief FSA‑eligible?
Eligibility verdict
Yes — eligible.
This product is eligible for purchase with FSA, HSA, HRA, or Limited-Purpose FSA funds — no prescription, doctor's note, or pre-approval required. Use any FSA/HSA debit card at checkout.
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$4.97
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§02 / Why is this eligible
The receipts.
IRS Reference
IRS Pub 502 — Drugs (Includible); IRS Pub 502 — Medicines (Includible)
26 U.S.C. §213(d)
SIGIS Category
Pain Relief Oral & Topical
SIGIS criteria: eligible_otc — Pain Relief Oral & Topical
Source confidence
Medium
Confirmed by 2 sources
§03 / Eligibility rules
What the
fine print says.
- 01 Medicated topical pain relievers containing menthol, eucalyptus, capsaicin, trolamine salicylate, etc. are eligible
- 02 Air-activated heat patches marketed for pain relief are eligible
§04 / Where to buy
Compare prices.
Retailer Price FSA card OK
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