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Preferred Drug List

List of medications that are preferred and typically have lower copays under an insurance plan.

A preferred drug list (PDL) is a list of medications that are preferred by an insurance plan or pharmacy benefit manager and typically have lower copays or better coverage than non-preferred alternatives. Medications on the preferred drug list are usually selected based on clinical effectiveness, safety, and cost. Healthcare providers can use PDL information during prescribing to help patients access more affordable medications.

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