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We cover both brand name drugs and generic drugs. Generic drugs have the same active-ingredient formula as a brand name drug. Generic drugs usually cost less than brand name drugs and are rated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to be as safe and effective as brand name drugs.

What is a Formulary?

A formulary is a list of covered drugs which represents the prescription therapies believed to be a necessary part of a quality treatment program. We will generally cover the drugs listed in our formulary as long as the drug is medically necessary, the prescription is filled at a network pharmacy, and other plan rules are followed. For more information on how to fill your prescriptions, please review your Evidence of Coverage.

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How to Search For Drugs

Use the alphabetical list to search by the first letter of your medication.

Search by typing part of the generic (chemical) and brand (trade) names.

Search by selecting the therapeutic class of the medication you are looking for.

Additional Information

SFHP uses general criteria for medications without specific criteria, and for restrictions such as age and quantity limits. For general criteria for these medications and restrictions, please click here.

Drug Search Legend

Abbreviation	Name	Definition
T1	Tier 1 - Formulary Drug, Generic (can have quantity limits, age, gender and other code 1 restrictions as defined by SFHP)	Drug is a generic and is covered at point of sale if quantity limits, age, gender, and other code 1 restrictions are met (NOTE: If quantity limits, age, gender, and other code 1 restrictions are not met, drug may still be covered through Prior Authorization process).
T2	Tier 2 - Formulary Drug, Brand (can have quantity limits, age, gender and other code 1 restrictions)	Drug is a brand and is covered at point of sale if quantity limits, age, gender, and other code 1 restrictions are met (NOTE: If quantity limits, age, gender, and other code 1 restrictions are not met, drug may still be covered through Prior Authorization process).
T3	Tier 3 - Formulary Drug, Step Therapy or Prior Authorization required	Drug is a brand or generic and is covered through Prior Authorization process or at point of sale if step therapy criteria are met.
NC	Not Covered	Drug is non-formulary, medical benefit, or excluded.
QL	Quantity Limit	There is a limit on the amount of this drug that is covered per prescription, or within a specific time frame.
CC	Clinical Criteria	Your provider is required to get prior authorization before you fill your prescription, which ensures appropriate use of the selected drug. Without prior approval, we may not cover this drug.
ST	Step Therapy	In some cases, you may be required to first try certain drugs to treat your medical condition before you move up a "step" to other drug options.
AL	Age Limit	This prescription drug may only be covered if you meet the minimum or maximum age limit.
MED	Medical Drug	This medication is not on our drug list. Click on the THERAPEUTIC CLASS or sub class to find covered alternative medications. If you have questions, please contact member services.
HCR	Health Care Reform Products	The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires certain preventive generic products to be covered at zero dollar copay. This does not include plans that are grandfathered.
COV	Coverage Code	This indicates the Coverage Code.
PA	Prior Authorization	Your provider is required to get prior authorization before you fill your prescription, which ensures appropriate use of the selected drug. Without prior approval, we may not cover this drug.
$0	$0 Copay	$0 Copay
ST	Specialty Drug	Specialty drugs are high-cost drugs used to treat complex or rare conditions, such as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, hepatitis C, and hemophilia.

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