Prescription Drug Information and News

Recent Changes to Our Drug Lists

These changes are effective February 1, 2012. Our comprehensive PacificSource Drug List is updated monthly. For more information about our drug lists, please see our PacificSource Drug List Information page.

Our drug list is available in a searchable online format, instead of as a PDF. In this format, you can switch between Value and Preferred lists with the click of your mouse. You also have the option to view and print an entire list or just your search results.

Additions

Oxecta (Tier 3 on both PDL and VDL, on step therapy)
See the PacificSource Drug Lists page.

Changes

Ritalin LA (generic equivalents available)
See the PacificSource Drug Lists page.

Preauthorization and Step Therapy Drug Lists Now Available as PDF

Our Preauthorization and Step Therapy Drug Lists are now available as a one-page PDF. The document includes drugs that require preauthorization or are Step Therapy drugs. We will update this document monthly and provide a link to it on our Drug Lists page.

Flu Vaccination Coverage

Our flu vaccination page has recently been updated. It includes information about your coverage for seasonal flu vaccination, as well as general information about the flu.

Drug News from WebMD^®

HCG Diet Products Are Illegal. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers to steer clear of "homeopathic" human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) weight-loss products.
Gene May Be Linked to Frequent Cold Sores. A new study suggests that some people may have a genetic predisposition to frequent cold sores.
New Bladder Cancer Warning for Diabetes Drug Actos. The FDA has issued a new warning of increased bladder cancer risk associated with use of the diabetes drug Actos (pioglitazone).
FDA Approves Hepatitis C Drug Victrelis. The FDA has approved Victrelis (bocepravir) to treat hepatitis C.

Quick Links

PacificSource Drug Lists—our comprehensive drug list page

Preauthorization and Step Therapy Drug Lists

Incentive Drug List

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Cool Tools for Managing Your Rx

On the CVS Caremark^® Web site, you'll find tools to help you track pharmacy expenses, save on drug costs, manage your prescriptions, and more. Register by using the member ID number and group code (V154 or V222) on your ID card. To start, visit Caremark.com.

Why Choose Generics?

Generic prescription medicines are safe, effective, and a good value. Save money by using them instead of brand name drugs whenever possible. To learn more, read CVS Caremark^® Pharmacy's FAQ about generics.

Last updated 1/30/2012