Common $0 Medications Through Nice Healthcare: Real July 2026 Examples

From seasonal allergies and respiratory symptoms to ongoing medications for blood pressure, thyroid health, and other common needs, Nice Healthcare includes access to hundreds of medications at $0.

This guide reflects common medications available through Nice Healthcare as of July 2026. The medication list may change after July 2026, and this is not the complete Nice formulary.

This information is for employees of BHT member employers who are eligible for and enrolled in Nice Healthcare. A Nice clinician must evaluate the member, determine that a medication is medically appropriate, and prescribe it for the medication to be provided through Nice at $0.

A medication appearing on this list does not guarantee that it will be prescribed for any particular condition.

Allergy medications for the summer season

Summer brings more time outside, along with exposure to grass, pollen, dust, and other seasonal triggers. Allergy symptoms can include sneezing, congestion, a runny or itchy nose, and watery eyes.

The July 2026 Nice list includes both oral antihistamines and corticosteroid nasal sprays, giving clinicians options for different symptoms and patterns of seasonal allergies.

As of July 2026, common $0 allergy medications include: Flonase, Zyrtec, Claritin, Xyzal, and Nasacort.

Zyrtec, Claritin, and Xyzal are antihistamines commonly used for symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and itchy or watery eyes. Flonase and Nasacort are nasal sprays that can help reduce inflammation and congestion related to allergic rhinitis.

These medications must be prescribed by a Nice clinician to be provided through Nice at $0. The allergy medication list may change after July 2026.

Cold and flu medications for common symptoms

Colds and flu can bring several symptoms at once, including fever, body aches, headaches, coughing, chest congestion, and nausea.

As of July 2026, common $0 cold and flu medications include: Tylenol, ibuprofen, Mucinex DM, benzonatate, and Zofran.

Tylenol and ibuprofen can help with fever, aches, and pain. Mucinex DM can address coughing and chest congestion, while benzonatate is a prescription cough suppressant. Zofran may be prescribed when an illness includes nausea or vomiting.

Colds and flu are generally caused by viruses, so antibiotics do not treat the underlying infection. A Nice clinician will review the full set of symptoms and determine whether supportive medication, testing, or another type of treatment is appropriate.

Some respiratory illnesses can also cause wheezing, chest tightness, or trouble moving air through the lungs. In those cases, a Nice clinician may consider an inhaled or nebulized medication from the respiratory list later in this guide.

The cold and flu list reflects availability as of July 2026 and may change. Every medication must be prescribed by a Nice clinician.

Antibiotics for certain bacterial infections

Nice’s July 2026 list includes several commonly prescribed antibiotics, giving clinicians multiple options when an evaluation points to a bacterial infection.

As of July 2026, common $0 antibiotics include: Augmentin, Amoxil, azithromycin (Z-Pak), cephalexin, doxycycline, ciprofloxacin, clindamycin, trimethoprim, cefdinir, and nitrofurantoin.

Different antibiotics work against different types of bacteria. The right choice depends on the diagnosis, symptoms, allergy history, other medications, and other clinical factors.

Depending on the situation, Augmentin, Amoxil, azithromycin, or cefdinir may be considered for certain ear, sinus, throat, or respiratory infections. Cephalexin, doxycycline, and clindamycin may be used for some skin, dental, or respiratory infections.

Nitrofurantoin and trimethoprim are commonly associated with treatment for certain urinary tract infections, while ciprofloxacin may be used for selected urinary, digestive, or other bacterial infections.

These are examples, not a guide for choosing an antibiotic. Antibiotics do not work against viral illnesses such as colds and flu, and using the wrong antibiotic can contribute to antibiotic resistance.

A Nice clinician must diagnose the condition and prescribe the appropriate medication. The antibiotic list is current as of July 2026 and may change.

Anxiety and depression medications

The July 2026 medication list includes a broad set of commonly prescribed options for anxiety and depression. The list covers several major medication classes, giving Nice clinicians different options based on a member’s history, current medications, prior response, and care needs.

As of July 2026, common $0 anxiety and depression medications include: Lexapro, Zoloft, Wellbutrin, Prozac, Celexa, Effexor, Cymbalta, and Paxil.

Lexapro, Zoloft, Prozac, Celexa, and Paxil are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, commonly called SSRIs. Effexor and Cymbalta are serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, or SNRIs. Wellbutrin is the brand name for bupropion and works differently from those two groups.

A Nice clinician must determine whether one of these medications is appropriate and provide the prescription. Medication management may also include follow-up visits to review how the medication is working.

This list reflects the Nice formulary as of July 2026 and may change.

More common medications

The Nice list also covers medications for several other common short-term and ongoing health needs.

As of July 2026, this group includes: prednisone, Valtrex, estradiol, progesterone, Provera, Lipitor, metformin, Synthroid, Zestril, Cozaar, Yaz, and clonidine.

Inflammation and selected allergic or respiratory conditions

Prednisone is a corticosteroid that reduces inflammation and may be prescribed for certain allergic, respiratory, or inflammatory conditions.

Certain viral infections

Valtrex is an antiviral medication that may be prescribed for conditions such as cold sores, shingles, or other herpes-family infections.

Hormone and reproductive health

Estradiol, progesterone, Provera, and Yaz may be used for menopause symptoms, menstrual concerns, contraception, or other hormone-related needs, depending on the medication and diagnosis.

Cholesterol and metabolic health

Lipitor is commonly used to lower cholesterol. Metformin is commonly used to manage blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes and may also be prescribed for other metabolic conditions.

Thyroid health

Synthroid replaces thyroid hormone in people with an underactive thyroid.

Blood pressure and related needs

Zestril, Cozaar, and clonidine may be prescribed for blood pressure or related needs. These medications work in different ways, so a clinician will consider the member’s medical history and other factors before choosing one.

Every medication in this section requires a prescription from a Nice clinician. This grouped list is current as of July 2026 and may change.

Respiratory medications, inhalers, and nebulizer solutions

Respiratory medications can help with symptoms such as wheezing, chest tightness, coughing, shortness of breath, and narrowed airways. They may be used for conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or other clinician-diagnosed breathing concerns.

As of July 2026, common $0 respiratory medications include: Singulair (montelukast), albuterol nebulizer solution, ipratropium bromide (Atrovent inhaler), and ipratropium-albuterol nebulizer solution (DuoNeb).

Singulair is an oral medication that may help prevent asthma symptoms and can also be used for certain allergy symptoms. It is not a rescue treatment for a sudden asthma attack.

Albuterol is a bronchodilator that helps relax and open tightened airways. It is often used for symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, coughing, or chest tightness.

Ipratropium bromide, sold as the Atrovent inhaler, is another bronchodilator that helps open the airways. DuoNeb combines ipratropium and albuterol in one nebulizer solution.

A nebulizer turns liquid medication into a mist that can be breathed into the lungs. These medications may be relevant when a respiratory illness includes wheezing or airway tightness, but they are not general treatments for every cough or cold.

A Nice clinician must determine whether an inhaler or nebulizer medication is appropriate and prescribe it. The respiratory medication list is accurate as of July 2026 and may change.

Check the current medication list with Nice

This article reflects a snapshot of common $0 medications available through Nice Healthcare as of July 2026. It is not the complete medication list, and availability may change after July 2026.

The benefit applies to employees of BHT member employers who are eligible for and enrolled in Nice Healthcare. A Nice clinician must evaluate the member and prescribe the medication for it to be provided through Nice at $0.

This list is a helpful starting point, but it should not be used to self-diagnose or select a medication. Schedule a Nice visit to discuss symptoms, current prescriptions, medical history, and the treatment options that may be appropriate.