Dear Valued Provider,

Effective May 1, 2015, Participating Pharmacies may accept cash for Phentemine claims as advised by the Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP).

This week's Generic News includes information on the Weekly Generics Campaign, FDA drug shortage information, and updates about McKesson's upcoming ideaShare.

McKesson released a list of formulary changes effective June 12, 2015.

Effective July 16, 2015, 2 product families representing 4 items will increase in price.

Effective July 1, 2015, Health New England and Minuteman Health will no longer cover brand Adderall XR capsules, Metformin ER 1000 mg, and will require Step Therapy, trial of Nasacort Allergy 24hr OTC.