National Core Formulary
Last Updated: 09/26/2018
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The following is a list of Medications currently in the queue. 171 record(s) found.
| Medication | Pharmacological Category | Formulary Brief | Notes | Similar Medications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen | Analgesic, Miscellaneous | |||
| Adalimumab -OR- Etanercept (can choose either product) | Antirheumatic, Disease Modifying; Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blocking Agent | TNF Inhibitors (2016) | ONLY In consultation with a rheumatologist | Etanercept -OR- Adalimumab (can choose either product) |
| Albuterol nebulized solution | Beta2 Agonist | |||
| Albuterol, metered dose inhaler (MDI) | Beta2 Agonist | NPTC Fall Meeting Update (2017) | *Any product* | |
| Alendronate | Bisphosphonate Derivative | Osteoporosis (2016) | ||
| Allopurinol | Antigout Agent; Xanthine Oxidase Inhibitor | Gout (2016) | ||
| Amitriptyline | Antidepressant, Tricyclic | Antidepressants in Pain Mgmt (2014) | Nortriptyline | |
| Amlodipine | Antihypertensive; Calcium Channel Blocker, Dihydropyridine | Calcium Channel Blockers (2014) | Diltiazem | |
| Anastrozole | Antineoplastic Agent, Aromatase Inhibitor | |||
| Angiotensin receptor blocker | ==Removed April 2012== | |||
| Apixaban | Anticoagulant; Direct Oral Anticoagulant (DOAC); Factor Xa Inhibitor | Direct Oral Anticoagulants (2017) | Warfarin | |
| Aspirin | Antiplatelet Agent; Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug; Salicylate | |||
| Atenolol | Antihypertensive; Beta-Blocker, Beta1 Selective | Beta Blockers (2014) | Metoprolol; Propranolol | |
| Atorvastatin | Antilipemic Agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor | Dyslipidemia Guideline Review (2014) | Pravastatin; Rosuvastatin; Simvastatin | |
| Atypical antipsychotic | Atypical Antipsychotic | Atypical Antipsychotic Agents (2015) | *Any product* | |
| Buprenorphine (**REMS drug**) | Analgesic, Opioid; Analgesic, Opioid Partial Agonist | Opioid Use Disorder (2018) | For treatment of Opioid Use Disorder in pregnant patients; **See REMS here** | Buprenorphine-naloxone; Naltrexone, extended-release for injection |
| Buprenorphine-naloxone (**REMS drug**) | Analgesic, Opioid; Analgesic, Opioid Partial Agonist | Opioid Use Disorder (2018) | **See REMS here** | Naloxone |
| Bupropion | Antidepressant, Dopamine/Norepinephrine-Reuptake Inhibitor; Smoking Cessation Aid | Nicotine Dependence (2015) | Varenicline; Venlafaxine | |
| Calcium | Electrolyte supplement | *Any formulation* | ||
| Carbamazepine | Anticonvulsant, Miscellaneous | Antiepileptics (2014) | Divalproex; Lamotrigine; Levetiracetam; Phenytoin; Topiramate | |
| Carvedilol | Antihypertensive; Beta-Blocker with Alpha-Blocking Activity | Beta-blockers in Heart Failure (2017) | *Immediate-release only | Atenolol; Metoprolol; Propranolol |
| Chlorthalidone | Antihypertensive; Thiazide-Related Diuretic | Diuretic Agents (2014) | Hydrochlorothiazide | |
| Clindamycin, topical | Topical Skin Product, Acne (Lincosamide Antibiotic) | Acne (2013) | *Any product* | |
| Clonazepam | Benzodiazepine | Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome (2015) | Lorazepam | |
| Clopidogrel | Antiplatelet Agent | Drug Interaction (2011) | Aspirin | |
| Conjugated estrogen vaginal cream, (Premarin) | ==Removed May 2018== | |||
| Corticosteriods (Topical) - High potency (Class I and II) | Topical Corticosteroids | Psoriasis (2018) | Corticosteroid (Topical) - Intermediate potency; Corticosteroid (Topical) - Low potency | |
| Corticosteroid (Topical) - Intermediate potency | Topical Corticosteroids | *Any product* | Corticosteriods (Topical) - High potency (Class I and II); Corticosteroid (Topical) - Low potency | |
| Corticosteroid (Topical) - Low potency | Topical Corticosteroids | *Any product* | Corticosteriods (Topical) - High potency (Class I and II); Corticosteroid (Topical) - Intermediate potency | |
| Corticosteroid, intranasal | Intranasal Corticosteroid | *Any product* | ||
| Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12), oral | Vitamin, Water Soluble | Hematologic Supplements (2016) | ||
| Dedicated emergency contraceptive | ==Removed September 2013== | |||
| Dextroamphetamine / Amphetamine (immediate release) | Central Nervous System Stimulant | Pediatric use only | Dextroamphetamine and amphetamine (long-acting) | |
| Dextroamphetamine / Amphetamine (long-acting) | Central Nervous System Stimulant | Pediatric use only | Dextroamphetamine and amphetamine (immediate release) | |
| Diclofenac | Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug | NSAIDs (2014) | *Any formulation* | Ibuprofen; Indomethacin; Meloxicam; Naproxen |
| Dicyclomine | Anticholinergic Agent | Irritable Bowel Syndrome (2018) | ||
| Digoxin | Antiarrhythmic Agent, Miscellaneous; Cardiac Glycoside | Digoxin Use (2016) | ||
| Diltiazem | Antihypertensive; Calcium Channel Blocker, Nondihydropyridine | Calcium Channel Blockers (2014) | Amlodipine | |
| Divalproex | Anticonvulsant, Miscellaneous | ER Lithium & Divalproex (2012) | Carbamazepine; Lamotrigine; Levetiracetam; Phenytoin; Topiramate | |
| Donepezil | Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitor (Central) | 5mg and 10mg strengths | ||
| Doxazosin | Alpha1 Blocker; Antihypertensive | Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (2016) | Prazosin; Tamsulosin | |
| Duloxetine | Antidepressant, Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor/Antagonist | Diabetic Neuropathy (2018) | Bupropion; Venlafaxine | |
| Emtricitabine / Tenofovir (Truvada®) - (**REMS drug**) | Antiretroviral; Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitor | HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) (2018) | For Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis =AND/OR= Post-Exposure Prophylaxis; **See REMS here** | Raltegravir (Isentress®) |
| Estradiol tablets | Estrogen Derivative | Menopausal Hormone Therapy (2016) | ||
| Estrogen vaginal cream | Estrogen Derivative | NPTC Spring Meeting Update (2018) | *Any product* | Estradiol tablets |
| Etanercept -OR- Adalimumab (can choose either product) | Antirheumatic, Disease Modifying; Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blocking Agent | TNF Inhibitors (2016) | ONLY In consultation with a rheumatologist | Adalimumab -OR- Etanercept (can choose either product) |
| Ethambutol | Antitubercular Agent | Isoniazid; Pyrazinamide; Rifampin; Rifapentine | ||
| Ethinyl estradiol / Etonogestrel vaginal ring | Contraceptive; Estrogen and Progestin Combination | Contraception (2016) | ||
| Ethinyl estradiol / Norelgestromin, transdermal | Contraceptive; Estrogen and Progestin Combination | Contraception (2016) | ||
| Etonogestrel, implant | Contraceptive; Progestin | Contraception (2016) | For use by a skilled and privileged provider | Oral contraceptive pill, progestin only |
| Fibric Acid Derivative | ==Removed February 2017== | |||
| Finasteride | 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor | Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (2016) | ||
| Fluoride, oral | Nutritional Supplement | Supplements in Oral Health (2016) | *Any oral formulation* | |
| Fluoxetine | Antidepressant; Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor | Sertraline | ||
| Fluticasone / Salmeterol (Advair®) | ==Removed October 2012== | |||
| Folic Acid | Vitamin, Water Soluble | Supplements in Womens Health (2016) | Any product containing >400 mcg / daily dose | |
| Furosemide | Antihypertensive; Loop Diuretic | Heart Failure Overview (2017) | ||
| Gabapentin | Anticonvulsant, Miscellaneous; GABA Analog | Gabapentin & Pregabalin in Pain (2014) | ||
| Gemfibrozil | ==Removed February 2014== | |||
| Glipizide | Antidiabetic Agent; Sulfonylurea | Sulfonylureas (2015) | ||
| Glucagon | Antidote; Hypoglycemia | For outpatient use | ||
| Glyburide | ==Removed May 2015== | |||
| H1 Antagonist (2nd generation), long-acting | Histamine H1 Antagonist, Second Generation | *Any product* | ||
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Antihypertensive; Thiazide Diuretic | Diuretics (2014) | Chlorthalidone | |
| Hydroxychloroquine | Antimalarial | Non-biologic DMARDs (2016) | Leflunomide; Methotrexate; Sulfasalazine | |
| Ibuprofen | Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug | NSAIDs (2014) | Diclofenac; Indomethacin; Meloxicam; Naproxen | |
| Imipramine | ==Removed May 2014== | |||
| Indomethacin | Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug | NSAIDs (2014) | Diclofenac; Ibuprofen; Meloxicam; Naproxen | |
| Insulin / Regular human (NovoLIN® R) | Insulin, Short-Acting | Insulins (2015) | *Branded product* | |
| Insulin aspart (NovoLog®) | Insulin, Rapid-Acting | Insulins (2015) | *Branded product*; Pen Device | |
| Insulin aspart / Insulin aspart protamine (NovoLog® Mix 70/30) | Insulin, Combination (70/30 Mix) | Insulins (2015) | *Branded product*; Pen Device | |
| Insulin detemir (Levemir®) | Insulin, Long-Acting | Insulins (2015) | *Branded product*; Pen Device | |
| Insulin NPH (NovoLIN® N) | Insulin, Intermediate-Acting | Insulins (2015) | *Branded product* | |
| Insulin NPH / Regular human insulin (NovoLIN® 70/30) | Insulin, Combination (70/30 Mix) | Insulins (2015) | *Branded product* | |
| Intrauterine device, copper | Contraceptive | Contraception (2016) | *Any product*; For use by a skilled and privileged provider | Intrauterine device, levonorgestrel |
| Intrauterine device, levonorgestrel | Contraceptive, Progestin | Contraception (2016) | *Any product*; For use by a skilled and privileged provider | Intrauterine device, copper |
| Ipratropium, MDI | ==Removed August 2015== | |||
| Iron, oral | Iron Salt | Hematologic Supplements (2016) | *Any oral formulation* | |
| Isoniazid | Antitubercular Agent | Ethambutol; Pyrazinamide; Rifampin; Rifapentine | ||
| Isosorbide dinitrate | ==Removed August 2013== | |||
| Isosorbide mononitrate | Antianginal Agent; Vasodilator | Nitroglycerin 0.4 Milligrams; Sublingual; Nitroglycerin patch | ||
| Lactulose | Ammonium Detoxicant; Laxative, Osmotic | Cirrhosis & Complications (2015) | Polyethylene glycol | |
| Lamotrigine | Anticonvulsant, Miscellaneous | Antiepileptics (2014) | Carbamazepine; Divalproex; Levetiracetam; Phenytoin; Topiramate | |
| Laxative, bulk-forming | Bulk-forming Laxative | *Any product* | ||
| Laxative, stimulant | Stimulant Laxative | *Any product* | ||
| Leflunomide | Antirheumatic, Disease Modifying | Non-biologic DMARDs (2016) | Hydroxychloroquine; Methotrexate; Sulfasalazine | |
| Letrozole | Antineoplastic Agent, Aromatase Inhibitor | |||
| Levetiracetam | Anticonvulsant, Miscellaneous | Antiepileptics (2014) | Carbamazepine; Divalproex; Lamotrigine; Phenytoin; Topiramate | |
| Levonorgestrel (Plan B One-Step®) | Contraceptive, Progestin | Indian Health Manual: Chap 15 (2015) | *Branded product* | Ulipristal |
| Levothyroxine | Thyroid Agent | |||
| Lisinopril | Antihypertensive, Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor | ACEIs & ARBs in Heart Failure (2017) | ||
| Lithium | Antimanic Agent | ER Lithium & Divalproex (2012) | ||
| Loperamide | Antidiarrheal | Irritable Bowel Syndrome (2018) | ||
| Lopinavir / Ritonavir (Kaletra®) | ==Removed August 2013== | |||
| Lorazepam | Benzodiazepine | Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome (2015) | Clonazepam | |
| Losartan | Antihypertensive, Angiotensin II Receptor Blocker | ACEIs & ARBs in Heart Failure (2017) | ||
| Lovastatin | ==Removed April 2012== | |||
| Low-molecular weight heparin | Low-molecular Weight Heparin | VTE Prophylaxis (2011) | *Any product* | |
| Medroxyprogesterone acetate, injection | Contraceptive, Progestin (Injection/Depot) | Contraception (2016) | Medroxyprogesterone, oral; Oral contraceptive pill, progestin only | |
| Medroxyprogesterone, oral | Contraceptive; Progestin | Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (2017) | Medroxyprogesterone acetate, injection; Oral contraceptive pill, progestin only | |
| Meloxicam | Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug | NSAIDs (2014) | Diclofenac; Ibuprofen; Indomethacin; Naproxen | |
| Metformin | Antidiabetic Agent; Biguanide | |||
| Methotrexate | Antineoplastic Agent; Antirheumatic; Disease Modifying; Immunosuppresant Agent | Non-biologic DMARDs (2016) | Hydroxychloroquine; Leflunomide; Sulfasalazine | |
| Methylphenidate (immediate release) | Central Nervous System Stimulant | Pediatric use only | Methylphenidate (long-acting) | |
| Methylphenidate (long-acting) | Central Nervous System Stimulant | Pediatric use only | Methylphenidate (immediate release) | |
| Metoprolol | Antihypertensive; Beta-Blocker, Beta1 Selective | Beta-blockers in Heart Failure (2017) | Atenolol; Propranolol | |
| Mometasone (Asmanex®) | Corticosteroid, Inhalant | *Branded product* | Mometasone / Formoterol (Dulera®) | |
| Mometasone / Formoterol (Dulera®) | Beta2 agonist, Long-Acting; Corticosteroid, Inhalant | *Branded product* | Mometasone (Asmanex®) | |
| Montelukast | Leukotriene Receptor Antagonist | |||
| Naloxone | Antidote; Opioid Antagonist | Treatment of Opioid Overdose (2014) | Naltrexone | |
| Naltrexone, extended-release for injection (**REMS drug**) | Antidote; Opioid Antagonist | Opioid Use Disorder (2018) | **See REMS here** | |
| Naltrexone, oral | Antidote; Opioid Antagonist | Alcohol Use Disorders (2015) | Naloxone | |
| Naproxen | Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug | NSAIDs (2014) | Diclofenac; Ibuprofen; Indomethacin | |
| Niacin extended release (Niaspan®) | ==Removed February 2017== | |||
| Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), combination | Smoking Cessation Aid | Nicotine Dependence (2015) | Combination NRT (nicotine patches + any short-acting NRT product) | Bupropion; Varenicline |
| Nifedipine (controlled or extended release) | ==Removed August 2014== | |||
| Nitroglycerin 0.4 milligrams, sublingual | Antianginal Agent; Antidote, Extravasation; Vasodilator | Isosorbide mononitrate; Nitroglycerin patch | ||
| Nitroglycerin patch | Antianginal Agent; Antidote, Extravasation; Vasodilator | Isosorbide mononitrate; Nitroglycerin 0.4 milligrams; Sublingual | ||
| Nortriptyline | Antidepressant, Tricyclic | Antidepressants in Pain Mgmt (2014) | Amitriptyline | |
| Omeprazole (enteric coated) | ==Removed February 2014== | |||
| Ophthalmic Prostaglandin Analog | Ophthalmic Prostaglandin Analog | Ophth Prostaglandin Analogs (2018) | *Any product* | |
| Oral contraceptive pill, extended cycle | Contraceptive | Contraception (2016) | *Any product* | |
| Oral contraceptive pill, monophasic: 20mcg EE (low) | Contraceptive | *Any product* | Monophasic: 30-35mcg EE (medium); Oral contraceptive pill | |
| Oral contraceptive pill, monophasic: 30-35mcg EE (medium) | Contraceptive | *Any product* | Monophasic: 20mcg EE (low) ; Oral contraceptive pill | |
| Oral contraceptive pill, progestin only | Contraceptive | *Any product* | Etonogestrel; Implant; Intrauterine Device; Levonorgestrel | |
| Oral contraceptive pill, triphasic | Contraceptive | *Any product* | Monophasics ; Oral Contraceptive Pill | |
| Oxybutynin | Antispasmodic Agent, Urinary | Overactive Bladder (2013) | Trospium | |
| Phentermine | Central Nervous System Stimulant | Obesity Treatment (2018) | ||
| Phenytoin | Anticonvulsant, Hydantoin | Antiepileptics (2014) | Carbamazepine; Divalproex; Lamotrigine; Levetiracetam; Topiramate | |
| Phosphodiesterase 5 (PDE5) Inhibitor | Phosphodiesterase-5 Enzyme Inhibitor | Phosphodiesterase 5 Inhibitors (2018) | *Any product* | |
| Pioglitazone | Antidiabetic Agent, Thiazolidinedione | Thiazolidinediones (2017) | ||
| Polyethylene glycol | Laxative, Osmotic | Irritable Bowel Syndrome (2018) | *Any product* | Lactulose |
| Pravastatin | Antilipemic Agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor | Hyperlipidemia (2017) | Atorvastatin; Rosuvastatin; Simvastatin | |
| Prazosin | Alpha1 Blocker; Antihypertensive | PTSD Indication (2012) | Doxazosin; Tamsulosin | |
| Prednisone | Corticosteroid, Systemic | |||
| Propranolol | Antihypertensive; Beta-Blocker, Non-Selective | Beta Blockers (2014) | Atenolol; Metoprolol | |
| Proton Pump Inhibitor | Proton Pump Inhibitor | GERD & PUD (2018) | *Any product* | |
| Pyrazinamide | Antitubercular Agent | Ethambutol; Isoniazid; Rfapentine ; Rifampin | ||
| Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) | Vitamin, Water Soluble | Supplements in Obstetrics (2016) | ||
| Raltegravir (Isentress®) | Antiretroviral; Integrase Inhibitor | For HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (with Truvada) | Emtricitabine / Tenofovir (Truvada®) - (**REMS drug**) | |
| Ranitidine | Histamine H2 Antagonist | GERD & PUD (2018) | Proton Pump Inhibitor | |
| Rifampin | Antitubercular Agent | Ethambutol; Isoniazid; Pyrazinamide; Rifapentine | ||
| Rifapentine | Antitubercular Agent | Rifapentine (2013) | Ethambutol; Isoniazid; Pyrazinamide; Rifampin | |
| Rosuvastatin | Antilipemic Agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor | Hyperlipidemia (2017) | Atorvastatin; Pravastatin; Simvastatin | |
| Salmeterol (Serevent®) | ==Removed September 2011== | |||
| Salsalate | Salicylate | |||
| Saxagliptin | Antidiabetic Agent, Dipeptidyl Peptidase 4 (DPP-4) Inhibitor | DPP-4 Inhibitors (2017) | ||
| Serotonin 5-HT1 agonist (Triptan) | Antimigraine Agent; Serotonin 5-HT 1B/1D Receptor Agonist | Triptans (2016) | 2 "triptan" agents required, one must be sumatriptan | Sumatriptan |
| Sertraline | Antidepressant, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor | Fluoxetine | ||
| Sevelamer carbonate | Phosphate Binder | Phosphate Binders (2018) | For patients on dialysis who cannot use calcium-based phosphate binders due to hypercalcemia | Calcium |
| Simvastatin | Antilipemic Agent, HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor | Dyslipidemia Guideline Review (2014) | Atorvastatin; Pravastatin; Rosuvastatin | |
| Spironolactone | Antihypertensive; Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonists; Potassium Sparing Diuretic | Mineralocorticoid Receptor Antagonist in HF (2017) | ||
| Sulfasalazine | 5-Aminosalicylic Acid Derivative | Hydroxychloroquine; Leflunomide; Methotrexate | ||
| Sulindac | ==Removed May 2014== | |||
| Sumatriptan | Antimigraine Agent; Serotonin 5-HT 1B/1D Receptor Agonist | Triptans (2016) | 2 "triptan" agents required, one must be sumatriptan | |
| Tamoxifen | Antineoplastic Agent, Estrogen Receptor Antagonist; Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulator | |||
| Tamsulosin | Alpha1 Blocker | Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (2016) | Doxazosin; Prazosin | |
| Terazosin | ==Removed January 2012== | |||
| Tiotropium (Spiriva®) | Long-Acting Anticholinergic Agent | Inhaled Anticholinergics (2011) | *Branded product* | |
| Topiramate | Anticonvulsant, Miscellaneous | Antiepileptic Medications (2014) | Carbamazepine; Divalproex; Lamotrigine; Levetiracetam; Phenytoin | |
| Trazodone | ==Removed October 2015== | |||
| Tretinoin, topical | Topical Skin Product, Acne | Acne (2013) | *Any product* | |
| Trospium | Antispasmodic Agent; Urinary | Overactive Bladder (2013) | Oxybutynin | |
| Ulipristal | Contraceptive; Progestin Receptor Modulator | Contraception (2016) | Levonorgestrel (Plan B One-Step®) | |
| Vaccines, All ACIP-recommended | Vaccines | Vaccine (2011) | All ACIP recommended vaccines for routine use in accordance with ACIP guidelines | |
| Varenicline | Partial Nicotine Agonist, Smoking Cessation Aid | Nicotine Dependence (2015) | Bupropion | |
| Venlafaxine | Antidepressant, Serotonin/Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor/Antagonist | SNRIs (2012) | Bupropion; Duloxetine | |
| Verapamil | ==Removed August 2014== | |||
| Vitamin D | Vitamin D Analog | Vitamin D (2010) | *Any product* | |
| Vitamin D Analog (Topical) | Vitamin D Analog | Psoriasis (2018) | *Any product* | |
| Warfarin | Anticoagulant; Vitamin K Antagonist | Direct Oral Anticoagulants (2017) |
