When available, FDA approved generic drugs are to be used in all situations, regardless of the brand name indicated. The brand names listed are for reference use only, and do not denote coverage, unless specifically noted . Greater economy is realized through the use of generic equivalents. This policy is not meant to preclude or supplant any state statutes that may exist. All drugs that are, or become, available generically are subject to review by the Bluegrass Family Health Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
Medications printed in boldface type indicate generic availability.
A minimum of three sources of the product. An FDA Rating for generic equivalency. Certain drug products with complex pharmacokinetics, dosage forms, narrow therapeutic efficacy or where blood level maintenance is crucial will not be subject to substitution. Synthroid and Levothroid. This list is reviewed and updated periodically based on the clinical literature and available pharmacokinetic principals of the drug products.