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Voriconazole (oral)Medica

Fungal infection (systemic) that is susceptible to voriconazole – treatment

Preferred products

  • generic voriconazole (tablet or oral suspension)

Initial criteria

  • Approve for 3 months if the patient meets ONE of the following (A or B):
  • A) Generic voriconazole tablets or oral suspension is requested; OR
  • B) Patient meets BOTH of the following (i and ii):
  • i. Patient has tried the corresponding generic voriconazole product (tablet or oral suspension); AND
  • ii. Patient cannot take the generic voriconazole product due to a formulation difference in the inactive ingredient(s) (e.g., difference in dyes, fillers, preservatives) between the brand and the bioequivalent generic product, which per the prescriber, would result in a significant allergy or serious adverse reaction.

Reauthorization criteria

  • Patient is currently receiving voriconazole. Approve for 3 months to complete the course of therapy if the patient meets ONE of the following (A or B):
  • A) Generic voriconazole tablets or oral suspension is requested; OR
  • B) Patient meets BOTH of the following (i and ii):
  • i. Patient has tried the corresponding generic voriconazole product (tablet or oral suspension); AND
  • ii. Patient cannot take the generic voriconazole product due to a formulation difference in the inactive ingredient(s) (e.g., difference in dyes, fillers, preservatives) between the brand and the bioequivalent generic product, which per the prescriber, would result in a significant allergy or serious adverse reaction.

Approval duration

3 months