Limited coverage drugs – pentazocine

Last updated on September 26, 2024

Generic name / strength / form

pentazocine – all strengths and forms

Criteria

Approval period

Pain management in a specified pain diagnosis*
PLUS
Treatment failure or intolerance to at least two identified opioids

First approval: 1 year

Renewals: 1 year

*Details regarding patient's condition and previous medication history are required

Practitioner exemptions

  • No practitioner exemptions

Special Notes

  • Details regarding patient's condition and previous medication history are required
  • Renewal requests should provide update on patient’s current dose and condition

Special Authority requests