The Complete FSA Eligibility List

Here it is — the most-comprehensive eligibility list available on the web. From A to Z, items and services deemed eligible for tax-free spending with your Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and more will be here, complete with details and requirements. Important Reminder: FSAs, HRAs and other account types listed may not all be the same. Be sure to check with your administrator to confirm if something is eligible before making a purchase.

Here it is — the most-comprehensive eligibility list available on the web. From A to Z, items and services deemed eligible for tax-free spending with your Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and more will be here, complete with details and requirements. Important Reminder: FSAs, HRAs and other account types listed may not all be the same. Be sure to check with your administrator to confirm if something is eligible before making a purchase.

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Glucosamine: FSA Eligibility

Glucosamine: eligible with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Glucosamine is eligible for reimbursement with flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), and health reimbursement accounts (HRA). Glucosamine is not eligible for reimbursement with limited-purpose flexible spending accounts (LPFSA) and dependent care flexible spending accounts (DCFSA).

What is glucosamine?

Glucosamine is a natural amino sugar found in the body. As a supplement, glucosamine is most often used to try to ease the joint pain caused by arthritis . In the US, it is one of the most common non-vitamin, non-mineral, dietary supplements used by adults to support the structure and function of joints and aid people suffering from osteoarthritis (Medical News Today).

Why do people take glucosamine?

Glucosamine keeps joints healthy especially in old age as natural glucosamine levels drop as people get older, leading to deterioration of the joint. There's some evidence that glucosamine sulfate supplements help counteract this effect, although experts aren't sure exactly how they work and clinical studies are divided on actual effects.

Glucosamine has also been used for treating rheumatoid arthritis and other conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease, asthma, allergies, sports injuries, chronic low back pain , etc (Mayo Clinic).

How much and how often should I take glucosamine?

The typical dose of glucosamine used in most studies was 500 milligrams of glucosamine sulfate taken three times a day. Your doctor should give you a more accurate estimate regarding dosage and experts recommend taking glucosamine with meals to prevent an upset stomach.

What are the risks of taking glucosamine?

There are few side effects from taking glucosamine although some may occur at a higher dosage Some side effects include upset stomach, heartburn, drowsiness, and headache. In general, glucosamine is considered to be a safe supplement.

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