Quantity limit

Definition

A formulary restriction that limits how much of a medication can be dispensed per fill, typically expressed as units per 28-day or 30-day supply. For GLP-1s, quantity limits commonly enforce one pen or one vial per 28 days even if a clinician prescribes more — a common appeal trigger for stockpiling during shortages.

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