Alternative Tab

The Alternative tab lists all DINs that are interchangeable with the drug and any custom classes that the drug belongs to. Interchangeables for a drug are based on the provincial formulary.

In Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island, drugs are considered interchangeable in Propel Rx if they have the same generic name, strength, and form. Some exceptions may apply.

The Alternative tab lists all DINs that are interchangeable with the drug.

To learn more about the Alternative tab, select the field or button below. For province specific fields, see Table 1.

Table 1. Province specific Drug fields.

Drug Field Province Description
SOC Saskatchewan Indicates if the drug is part of a Standard Offer Contract.

 

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