You Shouldn't Have to Call 10 Pharmacies to Fill One Prescription

You have your Addyi prescription in hand. Now you need to actually find it. If you've already started calling pharmacies, you've probably discovered that most of them don't stock it — and the ones that do may not know when they'll have it next.

Addyi (Flibanserin) has a limited distribution network that makes it harder to find than most medications. But there are tools that let you check stock without picking up the phone. Here's how to use them.

Why Is Addyi So Hard to Find at Pharmacies?

Before we get into solutions, it helps to understand the problem. Addyi isn't hard to find because of a manufacturing shortage — it's hard to find because of how it's distributed.

Most Addyi prescriptions are filled through PhilRx, a specialty mail-order pharmacy that partners directly with Sprout Pharmaceuticals (Addyi's manufacturer). Retail pharmacies can order Addyi, but many don't because demand is low at any individual location. When a pharmacy doesn't regularly fill a medication, they often don't keep it on the shelf.

For a deeper look at the distribution challenges, read our full explainer on why Addyi is so hard to find in 2026.

How to Check Stock Without Calling

1. Use Medfinder

Medfinder is purpose-built for this exact problem. It tracks real-time and near-real-time pharmacy inventory for hard-to-find medications, including Addyi.

Here's how it works:

• Search for Addyi on Medfinder
• Enter your location
• See which pharmacies near you have it in stock or can order it quickly

Medfinder saves you the time and frustration of calling pharmacy after pharmacy. It's particularly useful for medications like Addyi that have limited retail distribution.

2. Check Pharmacy Apps and Websites

Several major pharmacy chains let you check medication availability through their apps or websites:

• CVS: The CVS app and website allow you to search for medications and check availability at specific store locations.
• Walgreens: Walgreens' prescription transfer tool can sometimes indicate whether a medication is available at a particular store.
• Rite Aid: Similar lookup tools are available through their app.

Keep in mind that these tools aren't always perfectly accurate for specialty medications like Addyi. They may show "available" when a pharmacy can order it (which could take days) rather than when it's physically on the shelf right now.

3. Use GoodRx to Identify Stocking Pharmacies

GoodRx shows pricing for Addyi at various pharmacies near you. While its primary purpose is comparing prices, it can indirectly tell you which pharmacies in your area are set up to dispense Addyi. If a pharmacy shows a price for Addyi on GoodRx, there's a reasonable chance they either stock it or can order it.

A word of caution: GoodRx prices for Addyi are typically very high ($800+) at retail pharmacies. The manufacturer's savings program through PhilRx offers significantly better pricing. Check our guide on saving money on Addyi for all your options.

4. Go Directly Through PhilRx

If you're open to mail-order, you can bypass the retail pharmacy search entirely. PhilRx is the primary distribution channel for Addyi, and they reliably have it in stock. Your doctor can send your prescription directly to PhilRx, or you can request a transfer.

PhilRx also offers the manufacturer's savings program: as low as $20/month with insurance or $149/month cash price. Visit addyicoupon.com for details.

If You Prefer to Call

Sometimes a quick phone call is the fastest route. Here are tips to make it efficient:

• Call the pharmacy's dedicated prescription line — not the general store number. You'll get someone who can check inventory immediately.
• Ask specifically: "Do you currently have Flibanserin 100 mg tablets in stock?" Using the generic name (Flibanserin) may get better results since that's how it's listed in most pharmacy systems.
• If they don't have it, ask: "Can you order it, and how long would that take?" Some pharmacies can get it within 1–2 business days.
• Try independent pharmacies. Independent pharmacies are sometimes more willing to special-order medications for patients than large chains.

Once You Find It

When you locate a pharmacy with Addyi in stock, here's how to make the process smooth:

• Confirm the price before pickup. Retail prices for Addyi range from $800 to $1,173 per month. Ask about coupons or savings cards. Better yet, check if the manufacturer's PhilRx pricing would save you more.
• Have your prescription transferred if needed. If your script was sent to a pharmacy that doesn't have Addyi, most pharmacies can transfer it electronically to one that does.
• Ask about recurring fills. If the pharmacy has to special-order Addyi for you, ask them to set up recurring orders so you don't have to go through this process every month.

And remember — understanding Addyi's side effects and drug interactions before you start is just as important as finding the medication itself.

Final Thoughts

Finding Addyi shouldn't be this hard, but until distribution improves, tools like Medfinder make the process much easier. Check online first, consider PhilRx for reliable mail-order access, and don't hesitate to ask your pharmacy about special orders.

If Addyi availability continues to be a problem, you may also want to explore alternative treatments for HSDD with your doctor.