Non Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs - Special Authority Criteria

Generic Name / Strength / Form
flurbiprofen - regular release forms

Criteria Approval Period
1. Diagnosis of rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis or gout or lupus.

OR

2. Treatment failure or intolerance to at least one of the following: ASA-enteric, naproxen, or ibuprofen.

 Indefinite

Practitioner Exemptions

  • Rheumatologists

Special Notes

  • Group 2 NSAID
  • Coverage for flurbiprofen 200mg sustained release product is subject to further limitations. Full coverage is only provided for individuals who have documented breakthrough symptoms while on the regular release form for a trial period. Full coverage is not provided for dosage convenience.

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