Recall: Metformin ER

Jan. 2022Pharmacy Updates
Viona Pharmaceuticals Inc. has recalled 33 lots of Metformin Hydrochloride Extended-Release Tablets, USP, 750 mg because an impurity found in the products is above levels established by the Food and Drug Administration. Read the full text of the Metformin ER recall.

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October 2025 UPMC for You and UPMC Community HealthChoices formulary update

Effective Oct. 1, 2025, Xifaxan and Retin-A (cream, gel) will no longer be covered by UPMC for You and UPMC Community HealthChoices due to nonparticipation in the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program.
Oct. 2025Pharmacy Updates

Voluntary nationwide recall: Ocaliva (Intercept – September)

Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is voluntarily withdrawing Ocaliva® (obeticholic acid) from the market. Ocaliva is used to treat a rare liver disease called primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).
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