How to Check Amphetamine Availability Without Picking Up the Phone

If you take Amphetamine for ADHD or narcolepsy, you already know the routine: every month, you need a new prescription, and every month, you wonder whether your pharmacy will actually have it. With the ongoing Amphetamine shortage, finding your medication in stock has become one of the most frustrating parts of treatment.

The good news? You don't have to spend your morning calling pharmacy after pharmacy. There are faster ways to check stock — and some of them take less than a minute.

Why Amphetamine Is Hard to Find Right Now

Amphetamine mixed salts (the active ingredient in Adderall and its generics) have been in shortage since late 2022. The FDA still lists both immediate-release and extended-release formulations as in shortage as of early 2026. Even though the DEA increased production quotas to 26.5 million grams of d-Amphetamine in October 2025, demand continues to outpace supply at many pharmacies.

This means that even if your pharmacy usually carries Amphetamine, they may be out of your specific strength or formulation on any given day. For a deeper look at why this is happening, read our article on why Amphetamine is so hard to find in 2026.

How to Check Stock Without Calling

1. Use Medfinder

Medfinder is the fastest way to check which pharmacies near you have Amphetamine in stock. Just enter your medication, dose, and zip code, and you'll see real-time availability at pharmacies in your area. It's free to use and saves you the hassle of calling around.

Medfinder is especially useful during shortages because it shows you pharmacies that actually have your medication right now — not just pharmacies that carry it in general.

2. Check Pharmacy Apps and Websites

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

• CVS — You can use the CVS app to check if a prescription can be transferred to a nearby location that has it in stock.
• Walgreens — The Walgreens app shows prescription status and may suggest nearby stores with availability.
• Walmart — Walmart's pharmacy section online allows you to check if medications are available for transfer.

Keep in mind that these apps are designed primarily for managing existing prescriptions. They may not always show real-time stock levels for controlled substances like Amphetamine.

3. Use GoodRx to Compare Prices and Check Availability

While GoodRx is mainly known as a coupon tool, it also shows you which pharmacies in your area carry a specific medication and what they charge. This can give you a rough idea of where Amphetamine is available, though it's not a real-time stock checker.

For the best coupon prices, check out our guide on how to save money on Amphetamine.

4. Try Independent Pharmacies

Don't overlook independent pharmacies. During a shortage, smaller pharmacies sometimes have stock when the big chains don't. Many independent pharmacies are also more willing to check with their wholesaler and place a special order for you. You can find independent pharmacies near you through websites like Good Neighbor Pharmacy or Health Mart.

If You Prefer to Call

Sometimes a quick phone call is still the most direct approach. If you call pharmacies, here are some tips to make it efficient:

• Be specific. Ask for the exact medication, strength, and formulation (e.g., "Amphetamine mixed salts 20 mg extended-release capsules").
• Call early in the day. Pharmacies are less busy in the morning and staff have a better sense of what's in stock.
• Ask about upcoming deliveries. If a pharmacy is currently out, they may know when their next shipment is expected.
• Have your prescription ready. If the pharmacy has stock, you'll want to transfer or drop off your prescription right away before it's gone.

Once You Find It in Stock

When you locate a pharmacy with your Amphetamine in stock, act quickly — especially during a shortage. Here's what to do:

• Transfer your prescription if it's at a different pharmacy. Most pharmacies can handle transfers over the phone, though controlled substance transfers may be limited to one transfer in some states.
• Ask your doctor to send a new prescription electronically to the pharmacy that has stock.
• Pick it up as soon as possible. Pharmacies can hold a prescription, but during a shortage, available stock can run out fast.
• Ask about auto-ordering. Some pharmacies will add you to a regular order list for your medication so they're more likely to have it for you next month.

If you're struggling to find Amphetamine at all, read our comprehensive guide on how to find Amphetamine in stock near you.

Final Thoughts

Checking pharmacy stock doesn't have to mean an hour on the phone. Tools like Medfinder make it easy to see which pharmacies near you have Amphetamine available right now. Whether you use an app, a website, or a quick call, the key is to be specific about what you need and act fast when you find it.

Dealing with the Amphetamine shortage is stressful, but you have more tools than ever to stay on top of your medication supply.