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System Formulary Update
Nadolol to Propranolol Therapeutic Interchange Modification

Situation

The therapeutic interchange for nadolol to propranolol was approved for modification at the System Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee meeting.

Background

The following therapeutic interchange was reviewed: Nadolol to Propranolol

Assessment/ Recommendations:

System P&T voted to modify the following formulary therapeutic interchange for the ordered medication.  Please review and select the appropriate medication per the list below.

Non-Formulary Order

Current

NEW

Nadolol tablet

20 mg daily

40 mg daily

80 mg daily 

160 mg daily

Propranolol tablet

20 mg twice daily

40 mg twice daily

80 mg twice daily

160 mg twice daily

Propranolol tablet

10 mg twice daily 

20 mg twice daily

40 mg twice daily

80 mg twice daily

Formulary/Epic changes will Go-Live on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.






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