The following is a list of the most commonly prescribed drugs. It represents an abbreviatedversion of the drug list (formulary) that is at the core of your prescription-drug benefit plan. The list is not all-inclusive and does not guarantee coverage. In addition to using this list,you are encouraged to ask your doctor to prescribe generic drugs whenever appropriate. PLEASE NOTE: The symbol * next to a drug signifies that it is subject to nonformulary status 2013 Express Scripts when a generic is available throughout the year. Not all the drugs listed are covered by all prescription-drug benefit programs; check your benefit materials for the specific drugs National Preferred Formulary covered and the copayments for your prescription-drug benefit program. For specific questions about your coverage, please call the phone number printed on your ID card. ANTIINFECTIVES Angiotensin II Receptor Drugs to Treat Multiple Antagonists + HCT Combos Sclerosis H. Pylori Drugs Antivirals Drugs Affecting The Nose Proton Pump Inhibitors Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs Non-Narcotic Analgesics Beta-Adrenergic Antagonists Other GI Drugs ENDOCRINE MEDICATIONS Sedative/Hypnotics Cephalosporins Antidementia Drugs Amylin Analogues Selective Serotonin Androgen Drugs Macrolides Reuptake Inhibitors Antidepressants Oral Antifungals Dipeptidyl Peptidase-IV Inhibitors & Combos Calcium Antagonists Tertiary Amines Penicillins Antiparkinson Drugs Diuretics Other Autonomic/CNS Drugs IMMUNOLOGICALS Glucocorticoids Quinolones Other Drugs For ADHD Antipsychotic Drugs Erythroid Stimulants Endothelin Receptor DERMATOLOGICAL Antagonists Tetracyclines MEDICATIONS Interferons Antiacne Drugs Glucose Elevating Drugs HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitors Topical Antibacterials Growth Hormones MUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICATIONS Antivertigo & Antiemetics Topical Antifungals CNS Muscle Relaxants HMG-CoA Combinations Anxiolytics Incretin Mimetics Hypolipoproteinemics Urinary Antiinfectives Drugs to Prevent & Treat Gout Other Antiinfective Drugs Insulins Class II Narcotics Antipsoriasis & Antieczema Drugs Injectable Drugs For Arthritis Non-Steroidal Anti- ANTINEOPLASTIC/IMMUNO- Insulin Sensitizers Nitrates Inflammatory Agents SUPPRESSANT DRUGS Corticosteroid Drugs Oral Hypoglycemics Other Antihypertensives considered formulary, unless AMTURNIDE
Class III Narcotics Miscellaneous
hydrocodone/acetaminophen Dermatologicals NUTRITION & BLOOD Thyroid Supplements MODIFIERS CNS Stimulants Antiplatelet Drugs Other Cardiovascular Drugs Other Endocrine Drugs CARDIOVASCULAR MEDICATIONS Topical Anti-Inflammatory Drugs ACE Inhibitors + HCT Combos Blood Detoxicants Drugs to Prevent & Treat AUTONOMIC & CNS Headaches MEDICATIONS GASTROINTESTINAL EAR-NOSE MEDICATIONS MEDICATIONS Oral and Inj. Anticoagulants Anticonvulsants Drugs Affecting The Ear Antispasmodics/Drugs Affecting GI Motility THIS DOCUMENT LIST IS EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2013 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2013. THIS LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. You can get more information and updates to this document at our website at www.express-scripts.com. 2013 Express Scripts Holding Company #393 NP-T All Rights Reserved PRMT22037-13 (08/13/12) Therapeutic Vitamins & Examples of Nonformulary Medications With Selected Formulary Alternatives Minerals
The following is a list of some nonformulary brand-name medications with examples of selected alternatives that are on the formulary.
Column 1 lists examples of nonformulary medications.
Column 2 lists some alternatives that can be prescribed. RESPIRATORY MEDICATIONS Thrombin Inhibitors Antihistamines Nonformulary Formulary Alternative Nonformulary Formulary Alternative OBSTETRICAL & GYNECOLOGICAL MEDICATIONS Antihistamine/Antitussives Contraceptives Antitussive & Expectorants
fenofibrate/micronized, Tricor*, Trilipix
Beta-2 Adrenergics
fenofibrate/micronized, Tricor*, Trilipix
Leukotriene Modifiers Estrogen Drugs Other Drugs For Asthma
ciprofloxacin/er, levofloxacin, ofloxacin,
Estrogen/Progestin Combinations
ORTHO EVRA, ORTHO generic oral contraceptives, Beyaz,
Ovulatory Stimulants UROLOGICAL MEDICATIONS Anticholinergic Antispasmodics
ciprofloxacin/er, levofloxacin, ofloxacin,
Prenatal Vitamins generic prenatal vitamins are oxybutynin, er
Progestin Drugs Drugs Used For BPH Specialized OB/GYN Drugs
oxybutynin er, Detrol LA, Enablex, Toviaz,
Erectile Dysfunction Agents OPHTHALMIC MEDICATIONS
ciprofloxacin/er, levofloxacin, ofloxacin,
Antibacterial Drugs DIABETIC SUPPLIES Meters & Strips
fenofibrate/micronized, Tricor*, Trilipix
fenofibrate/micronized, Tricor*, Trilipix
FLOVENT DISKUS, HFA Asmanex, Pulmicort Flexhaler, Qvar
Antiglaucoma Drugs
fenofibrate/micronized, Tricor*, Trilipix
Corticosteroid Drugs Miscellaneous Supplies Other Ophthalmic Drugs
The symbol [INJ] next to a drug name indicates that the drug is available in injectable form only. For the member: Generic medications contain the same active ingredients as their corresponding brand-name medications, although
they may look different in color or shape. They have been FDA-approved under strict standards. For the physician: Please prescribe preferred products and allow generic substitutions when medically appropriate. Thank you.
Brand-name drugs are listed in CAPITAL letters.
Generic drugs are listed in lower case letters. THIS DOCUMENT LIST IS EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2013 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2013. THIS LIST IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. You can get more information and updates to this document at our website at www.express-scripts.com. 2013 Express Scripts Holding Company #393 NP-T All Rights Reserved PRMT22037-13 (08/13/12)
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