SECTION 306.355. Organization of HHSC Psychiatric Drug Formulary

(a) Drugs are listed in the HHSC Psychiatric Drug Formulary by their nonproprietary names. The list is based on a modified format of the American Hospital Formulary Service Drug Information and includes an alphabetical index. The use of proprietary names, which may follow in parentheses, is for information purposes only and is not meant to be an endorsement. Cost comparisons and prescribing information are provided as determined necessary by the PEFC. The HHSC Psychiatric Drug Formulary provides tables summarizing the recommended dosage ranges for the psychotropic drugs for clinician reference. These tables are intended as guidelines and are not intended to replace other references or the clinician's clinical judgment. Clinicians should consult the approved Food and Drug Administration product labeling or other clinical resources on the appropriate prescribing of psychoactive medications. The HHSC Psychiatric Drug Formulary notes limitations recommended by the PEFC regarding the use of a drug, including specific limitations or guidelines for the use of a reserve drug.

(b) The Interim Formulary Update conforms to the same format as the HHSC Psychiatric Drug Formulary and shall be incorporated into the annual HHSC Psychiatric Drug Formulary.

Source Note: The provisions of this §306.355 adopted to be effective February 24, 2021, 46 TexReg 1246