How up-to-date are the medications lists?

There are two tabs on the “Formulary Search” Form. Local Formulary is loaded directly from the VistA system and is always up-to-date and consistent with medications in CPRS. Note: You may not see certain meds/supplies if they are intentionally “hidden” from the users...

Why do I need Formulary Search?

To order a medication in CPRS, the user needs to know the medication’s EXACT name. E.g., if it is listed as “HCTZ/Lisinopril,” CPRS will not find it by “Lisinopril/HCTZ.” Problem: When prescribing infrequently ordered or unfamiliar meds and supplies, most users can...

Where do I find Formulary Search?

There are multiple ways to open the Formulary Search feature. Pharmacy button on the Top Panel. (Note: This Button also opens other pharmacy related Forms.) Pharmacy menu on the main form.