How to Find Benzphetamine in Stock Near You

You got the prescription. You drove to the pharmacy. And they told you they don't have it. Sound familiar?

Benzphetamine — sold under brand names like Didrex and Regimex — is a Schedule III weight-loss medication that many pharmacies simply don't keep on their shelves. Whether it's due to DEA quotas, limited manufacturers, or low demand, the result is the same: you're stuck without your medication.

But there are ways to find it. Here are three tips that actually work.

Tip 1: Use Medfinder to Check Stock in Real Time

Instead of calling pharmacy after pharmacy, use Medfinder to search for Benzphetamine availability near your zip code. Medfinder checks real-time stock at pharmacies in your area so you can see who actually has it before you make the trip.

This is especially helpful for controlled substances like Benzphetamine, where pharmacies may not freely share stock information over the phone. Medfinder does the legwork for you.

How to use Medfinder:

1. Go to medfinder.com
2. Search for "Benzphetamine" or "Didrex"
3. Enter your zip code
4. See which pharmacies near you have it in stock

Tip 2: Try Independent Pharmacies

When the big chains — CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid — come up empty, independent pharmacies are often your best bet. Here's why:

• More flexible ordering. Independent pharmacies often work with multiple distributors and can source medications that chain pharmacies can't or won't.
• Better relationships. A pharmacist who knows you and your prescription history is more likely to go the extra mile to find your medication.
• Controlled substance expertise. Many independent pharmacies specialize in harder-to-find medications, including Schedule III drugs like Benzphetamine.

To find independent pharmacies near you, you can search on Medfinder or simply search "independent pharmacy near me" in your preferred maps app.

Tip 3: Call at Off-Peak Hours

If you do need to call pharmacies directly, timing matters. Pharmacies are busiest on Monday mornings and around lunchtime. Try calling:

• Tuesday through Thursday mornings — staff are less rushed and more willing to check stock or place orders.
• Right after a delivery. Ask your pharmacy what day they receive shipments from their distributor. Calling on delivery day gives you the best chance of catching Benzphetamine in stock.

When you call, be specific. Ask: "Do you have Benzphetamine Hydrochloride 50 mg tablets in stock right now?" If they don't, ask: "Can you order it, and when would it arrive?"

What If You Still Can't Find Benzphetamine?

If you've tried all three tips and still can't locate Benzphetamine, you have a few options:

• Ask your doctor about alternatives. Medications like Phentermine, Diethylpropion, or Phendimetrazine work similarly and may be easier to find.
• Request a different pharmacy. Your doctor can send your prescription to any pharmacy. If one doesn't have it, try another — especially an independent one.
• Check back regularly. Supply fluctuates. A pharmacy that's out today may have stock next week. Set a reminder to check Medfinder every few days.

For a deeper dive into why this medication is so hard to find, read: Why is Benzphetamine so hard to find?

Final Thoughts

Finding Benzphetamine takes a little more effort than picking up a common prescription, but with the right approach, it's very doable. Use Medfinder to save time, lean on independent pharmacies for better access, and don't be afraid to call around during off-peak hours.

And if cost is a barrier on top of availability, our guide on saving money on Benzphetamine covers coupons, discount cards, and patient assistance options that can bring prices down from $625 to as low as $70 for a 90-tablet supply.