Is Motion Sickness Medicine HSA-Eligible? (2026)
Motion sickness medications like Dramamine are HSA-eligible since the CARES Act.
Typical Cost
$5–$15 (OTC); $20–$50 (prescription patches)
Details
OTC motion sickness medications - Dramamine (dimenhydrinate), Bonine (meclizine), and motion sickness patches - are all HSA-eligible. The CARES Act of 2020 made OTC meds eligible without a prescription. Prescription motion sickness treatments (scopolamine patches) have always been eligible. Stock up before your next cruise or road trip with kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dramamine HSA-eligible?
Yes. Dramamine and other OTC motion sickness meds are eligible since the CARES Act (2020).
Are motion sickness patches HSA-eligible?
Yes. Both OTC and prescription motion sickness patches (scopolamine) are eligible.
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