Lilly Bars Contract Pharmacies From 340B Discounts Despite HRSA Guidance

Distribution limits for Cialis prompts concerns among 340B-eligible providers that Lilly will impose similar restrictions for additional products and that other manufacturers may follow suit.

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Compliance With HRSA Guidance Under Dispute

Eli Lilly and Company is challenging 10-year old federal guidance allowing contract pharmacies to receive 340B pricing by implementing a plan that blocks those entities from getting the discounts for Cialis.

The restrictions apply to Cialis (tadalafil) formulations approved specifically for patients with erectile dysfunction. They were announced in a

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