10 CVS Brand Items That Retirees Should Stock Up on This Fall

Fall is here, which means cold and flu season is right around the corner. As a retiree, you may be able to stay home when you’re sick, so having medicine and other necessities on hand will allow you to do so uninterrupted.

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Thankfully, CVS offers a huge variety of store-brand items at low prices, making it possible to stock up in advance without overspending. Here’s a look at 10 CVS brand items retirees should buy now to avoid having to scramble when they’re desperately needed.

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At Home COVID-19 Test Kit

• Price: $16.99

COVID-19 is (still) circulating rapidly, so now is a good time to stock up on test kits. This two-pack provides rapid results in just 10 minutes.

Having these on hand is always a good idea. You never know when you might be exposed to the virus or experience symptoms that mean you need to take a COVID test.

Extra Strength Acetaminophen Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer

• Price: $21.99

No one wants to run to the store when they need a pain reliever. You’ll be set for a while with this 500-count bottle of CVS Health Extra Strength Acetaminophen , essentially a generic version of Extra Strength Tylenol.

Maximum Strength Severe Congestion & Pain Relief Caplets

• Price: $10.99

Compared to the active ingredients in Mucinex Sinus-Max Severe Congestion and Pain, the CVS version of this cold medicine is always good to keep in your medicine cabinet. Each box contains 20 tablets designed to relieve sinus congestion and headaches by thinning and loosening mucus.

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AirShield Immune Support Gummies

• Price: $12.49

Help boost your immune system with these CVS Health AirShield Immune Support Gummies . Filled with echinacea and vitamins A, E and C, these gummies will make it easy to reach your daily vitamin intake.

They’re also free of gluten, dairy, eggs, tree nuts and peanuts, so you can still work them into your daily diet, even if you have one of these allergies.

Day + Nighttime Cold & Flu Relief Combo Pack

• Price: $12.99

Get ahead of seasonal colds and the flu by stocking up on this CVS Health twin pack . Each set includes one 12-ounce bottle of Non-Drowsy Daytime Cold and Flu Relief and one 12-ounce bottle of Multi-Symptom Nighttime Cold and Flu Relief.

Compared to the active ingredients in Vicks Dayquil and Vicks Nyquil Cold and Flu, you’ll get all the same relief, while paying less.

Sugar-Free Honey Lemon Cough Drops

• Price: $2.29

When you have a cough and sore throat, you don’t want to wait for (temporary) sweet relief. Keeping these CVS brand cough drops on hand is a move you won’t regret.

Compared to the active ingredients in Halls, you’ll get 30 menthol cough suppressant lozenges in each bag. They’re also sugar-free, meaning they’re safe for diabetics.

Eyeglass Lens Cleaner

• Price: $4.79

Designed for use on glass or plastic lenses on glasses and sunglasses, CVS Health Eyeglass Lens Cleaner is a must-have. Clear vision is priceless, but you wouldn’t know it by the low price of this cleaner.

Do note, you should check with your optician before using this product on anti-reflection-coated lenses.

Anti-Bacterial Foaming Hand Soap

• Price: $2.89

All hand soap is not created equal. Scrub germs and bacteria off your hands with this CVS Beauty Anti-Bacterial Foaming Hand Soap .

The foam provides a gentle a thorough cleanse, leaving your hands feeling moisturized after each wash.

Light Compression Socks

• Price: $10.79

If you’re planning to travel this fall, consider picking up a pair of CVS Health Light Compression Socks . Designed to support tired legs while providing all-day comfort and relief, these unisex compression socks are conveniently machine washable.

For a higher level of support, you could opt for a pair of CVS Health Firm Compression Socks instead, priced at $11.79.

Hearing Aide Batteries

• Price: $12.99

You can’t put a price on good hearing. Therefore, keeping a 12-pack of CVS Hearing Aide Batteries on hand is a decision you won’t regret.

Available in sizes 312, 675, 13 and 10, buying before you actually need them is likely a wise move. Do note, additional sizes and quantities are also available, so visit your local CVS or shop online if you’re looking for a different variety.

Please note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.

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