Great to see Alora Pharmaceuticals on Wednesday, we discussed the latest in my efforts in urging the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to protect access to Desiccated Thyroid Extract (DTE). Patients rely on this treatment every day, and I'll continue pushing to make sure they don't lose it.
If your insurance uses CVS Caremark & you rely on DTEs, here’s what you can do:
- Call 1-888-217-4161 for plan details
- Ask your provider to submit a Prior Authorization
- Explore cash-pay & savings options
Clear information helps you make confident decisions about your care.
CVS Caremark is removing DTE medications from its coverage, but they remain widely available.
If you’re not covered after April 1, you still have options.
- Ask about a Prior Authorization
- Contact CVS Caremark at 1-888-217-4161
- Check pricing on GoodRx or Optum Perks
To clarify recent confusion: DTEs remain available nationwide.
If your plan has been affected by the recent CVS Caremark change in coverage:
- Call 1-888-217-4161 for plan details
- Explore savings options including Glendale Pharmacy
You deserve continuity in care.
Not a bad way to spend my birthday — watching @AbrahamHamadeh deliver a win for 1.5 million patients who almost lost access to their thyroid medications because of one conflicted bureaucrat.
FDA backed down. Meds stay on the shelves. That's the whole story.
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We thank Dr. Makary and the FDA for your leadership in protecting access to DTEs for the 1.5M Americans who depend on this vital medication every day.
We look forward to continuing our work in pursuit of full FDA approval.
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🚨 NEW! This update from the FDA replaces the 12-month doomsday deadline on #DTE with an announcement that "draft guidance" will be prepared. Good news for patients! But would this have affected the CVS/Caremark decision to remove DTE from its formulary had it come sooner?
#DTEs have been trusted for 100+ years.
Patients deserve uninterrupted access to the medicine that they rely on.
Read more: https://t.co/pMBFWgAC3g
#ThyroidHealth#DTEs
More than 1.5 million Americans with hypothyroidism rely on DTE therapies. For many, it’s the treatment that works best for them. Taking DTEs away could harm American patients who have already failed on other therapies. Our CEO Art Deas explains more here: https://t.co/pMBFWgB9SO
Thank you @RepBethVanDuyne for helping ensure that 1.5 million Americans continue to have access to the medicine that works best for them. DTEs are a vital treatment option for Americans with hypothyroidism.
This is a different disease state, but illustrates the FDA approval process can be non-linear! @US_FDA needs to clarify whether its 8/7 announcement on #DTE for hypothyroidism has been officially rescinded. If not, when does the 12-month transition start? https://t.co/qawXzoIRPL
Found this update on the product FAQ page for Acella Pharmaceuticals. Excerpt: "We will be working with the FDA to reexamine their position and ensure that DTEs, including NP Thyroid®, remain available to the 1.5 million U.S. patients who rely on them." https://t.co/5IlNaJwauq
Arizona’s 8th Congressional District has a significant veteran & senior population who depend on consistent access to thyroid medications
Any disruption to their treatment regimens could have serious health consequences
The Congressman is seeking answers
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We strongly agree with @DrMakaryFDA that patient access to desiccated thyroid extracts like NP Thyroid must be protected! Our subsidiary company Neuvosyn will continue to work with the @FDA to gain approval of our DTE product with a gold-standard approach. #MAHA#Thyroidpatients@SecKennedy