Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

formulary

noun

ˈfɔːr.mjə.ˌler.i

Definition

A list or collection of prescription medications and their associated details.

Examples

The hospital maintains an updated formulary to ensure the availability of essential medications.
Patients may not be covered for drugs that are not listed in their insurance plan’s formulary.
The formulary was revised to include newer treatments that have shown better efficacy.

Meaning

In a healthcare context, a formulary is a comprehensive list that outlines the medications that are approved for use by a particular health insurance plan or within a hospital system.