Recall: Dabigatran
Apr. 2023Pharmacy Updates
Ascend Laboratories LLC has recalled 10 lots of Dabigatran capsules due to the presence of a nitrosamine, N-nitroso-dabigatran, above the established Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) level. Dabigatran is a drug used as an oral anticoagulant to lower the risk of stroke and blood clots. Read more about the Dabigatran recall.
Recent Announcements
Voluntary nationwide recall: Atorvastatin (Alkem – October)
Ascend Laboratories LLC is recalling multiple lots of Atorvastatin Calcium Tablets USP. Atorvastatin is used for the treatment of high cholesterol and to reduce the risk of certain cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke.Nov. 2025Pharmacy Updates
October 2025 UPMC for You and UPMC Community HealthChoices formulary update
Effective Oct. 1, 2025, Xifaxan and Retin-A (cream, gel) will no longer be covered by UPMC for You and UPMC Community HealthChoices due to nonparticipation in the Medicaid Drug Rebate Program.Oct. 2025Pharmacy Updates
Voluntary nationwide recall: Ocaliva (Intercept – September)
Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is voluntarily withdrawing Ocaliva® (obeticholic acid) from the market. Ocaliva is used to treat a rare liver disease called primary biliary cholangitis (PBC).Oct. 2025Pharmacy Updates