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metformin extended-release tablets (generic to obsolete brand Fortamet only)Cigna

type 2 diabetes mellitus

Preferred products

  • metformin extended-release tablets (generic to obsolete brand Glucophage XR only)

Initial criteria

  • If the patient has tried one Step 1 extended-release product, approve a Step 2 extended-release product.
  • If the patient has tried one Step 1 extended-release product AND one Step 2 extended-release product, approve a Step 3 extended-release product.

Approval duration

1 year