Checking Eylea Stock Shouldn't Require a Dozen Phone Calls

If you've been prescribed Eylea (aflibercept) for wet AMD, diabetic macular edema, or another retinal condition, you may have already run into the frustrating reality: Eylea can be hard to find.

As a biologic drug that requires refrigeration and is administered in a clinical setting, Eylea isn't stocked like a typical prescription. Supply constraints and high demand have made availability even more unpredictable in 2025 and 2026.

The good news? You don't have to spend your afternoon calling pharmacies one by one. Here's how to check Eylea stock online.

Why Is Eylea Hard to Find?

Before we get into the solutions, it helps to understand why this problem exists:

• It's a biologic — Eylea is manufactured through a complex biological process, not simple chemical synthesis. This makes production slower and more limited.
• No generic or biosimilar yet — As of early 2026, there's no FDA-approved biosimilar for aflibercept, though several are in development.
• High demand — Millions of patients rely on anti-VEGF injections for vision-threatening conditions.
• Specialty distribution — Eylea is typically shipped to retina practices and specialty pharmacies, not your local CVS or Walgreens.
• Refrigeration required — It must be stored properly, limiting which locations can carry it.

For a deeper dive, read our article on why Eylea is so hard to find in 2026.

How to Check Eylea Stock Without Calling

1. Use Medfinder

Medfinder.com is purpose-built to help patients find medications that are hard to locate. You can search for Eylea and see which providers and specialty pharmacies near you currently have it in stock.

This is especially useful for Eylea because it's a physician-administered drug — meaning you need to find a practice that has it, not just a pharmacy. Medfinder shows you both.

2. Check Specialty Pharmacy Websites

Since Eylea is a specialty medication, it's typically distributed through specialty pharmacies rather than retail chains. Some major specialty pharmacies include:

• Accredo (Express Scripts)
• BriovaRx (UnitedHealth/Optum)
• AllianceRx Walgreens Specialty
• CVS Specialty

While not all of them show real-time stock online, you can often log into your account (if you're an existing patient) and check order status or drug availability.

3. Use GoodRx to Check Prices and Availability

GoodRx doesn't always show real-time inventory for specialty drugs like Eylea, but it can show you which pharmacies in your area carry it and at what price. This gives you a starting point for which locations to contact if needed.

4. Contact Regeneron's Eylea4U Program

Regeneron's Eylea4U patient support program can help you locate pharmacies and practices that have Eylea available. They can also connect you with copay assistance and other resources. Call them at the number on the Eylea4U website or ask your doctor's office to reach out on your behalf.

5. Ask Your Doctor's Office to Check Their Distributors

Retina practices often order Eylea directly from specialty distributors. Your doctor's office may be able to check availability across their supplier network without you making a single call. If they're out of stock, they may know which nearby practices have it.

If You Prefer to Call

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

• Call your doctor's office first — Since Eylea is administered in-office, your retina specialist likely orders it directly. They'll know if they have it.
• Ask about expected delivery dates — If a practice is temporarily out, they may have a shipment arriving within days.
• Call specialty pharmacies, not retail pharmacies — Your local drugstore almost certainly does not carry Eylea.
• Have your insurance info ready — Some pharmacies will check stock and run your insurance at the same time.

Once You Find Eylea in Stock

Great — you've located a provider or pharmacy that has Eylea. Here's what to do next:

Confirm Insurance Coverage

Eylea is covered under your medical benefit, not your pharmacy benefit, because it's a physician-administered drug. Make sure the provider is in your insurance network. Most plans, including Medicare Part B, cover Eylea with prior authorization.

Ask About Copay Assistance

Even with insurance, Eylea can be expensive. Regeneron's Eylea4U copay card can reduce your out-of-pocket cost — eligible commercially insured patients may pay as little as $0. Learn more in our guide on saving money on Eylea.

Schedule Your Injection Promptly

If you've been having trouble finding Eylea, don't delay once you locate it. Sticking to your treatment schedule is critical for preventing vision loss. Missing injections can allow your condition to worsen.

Ask About Alternatives If Needed

If Eylea remains unavailable, talk to your doctor about alternatives like Lucentis, Avastin, or Vabysmo. These are other anti-VEGF medications that treat the same conditions and may be more readily available.

Final Thoughts

You shouldn't have to spend hours tracking down a medication you need to protect your vision. Start with medfinder.com to quickly check Eylea availability in your area. From there, check specialty pharmacies, contact the Eylea4U program, or ask your doctor's office for help.

If supply issues persist, explore alternative treatments with your doctor. The most important thing is that you don't skip your injections — your vision depends on it.