How to Find Dificid in Stock Near You

When you're dealing with a C. difficile infection, the last thing you need is to hear that your pharmacy doesn't have Dificid (Fidaxomicin) in stock. C. diff infections are painful, disruptive, and can become dangerous if not treated quickly — so finding your medication fast matters.

Dificid is one of the most effective treatments for C. diff, with lower recurrence rates than alternatives like Vancomycin. But because it's expensive and not widely stocked, many patients hit roadblocks at the pharmacy counter. Here are the best strategies to find Dificid in stock near you.

Tip 1: Use Medfinder to Search Real-Time Pharmacy Availability

The fastest way to find Dificid near you is to use Medfinder. Instead of calling pharmacies one by one — which can take hours when you're feeling miserable — Medfinder lets you search for pharmacies that have Dificid in stock right now.

Simply enter your medication and location, and you'll see which pharmacies near you currently have it available. This is especially helpful for a medication like Dificid that many pharmacies don't routinely stock.

You can also check out our step-by-step guide: How to Check If a Pharmacy Has Dificid in Stock.

Tip 2: Try Independent and Specialty Pharmacies

Large chain pharmacies (CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid) often don't keep Dificid on hand because of its high cost — the brand name runs $5,100 to $6,550 for a 10-day course, and even generic Fidaxomicin costs $1,290 to $1,800 with coupons.

Independent pharmacies are often your best bet. They tend to:

• Be more willing to special-order medications on short notice
• Carry a wider variety of less common drugs
• Offer more personalized service to help with insurance and pricing issues
• Have the flexibility to contact wholesalers directly for expedited orders

If your insurance plan requires a specialty pharmacy, ask your prescriber's office to help set that up. Specialty pharmacies like QuickRx, Accredo, and OptumRx specialty often stock Dificid and can sometimes ship it overnight.

Hospital Outpatient Pharmacies

If you were recently hospitalized for C. diff, the hospital's outpatient pharmacy may have Dificid available. This can be one of the fastest ways to get it, especially if your doctor prescribed it during your hospital stay.

Tip 3: Call Pharmacies at the Right Time

If you need to call around, timing matters. Pharmacies receive their wholesale orders in the morning, typically between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Calling during this window gives you the best chance of catching a pharmacy that just received a fresh shipment.

When you call, ask specifically:

• "Do you have Fidaxomicin 200 mg tablets in stock right now?"
• "If not, can you order it for me? When would it arrive?"
• "Do you carry the generic (Teva) Fidaxomicin, or only brand-name Dificid?"

Be specific about asking for both the brand name (Dificid) and the generic (Fidaxomicin). Some pharmacies may have the generic but not the brand, or vice versa.

Tip 4: Ask About the Generic Version

Teva launched generic Fidaxomicin tablets in July 2025. This AB-rated generic is therapeutically equivalent to brand-name Dificid and is significantly more affordable. With coupon cards from GoodRx or SingleCare, generic Fidaxomicin can cost around $1,290 to $1,800 compared to $5,000+ for the brand.

The generic may be more widely available because pharmacies are more willing to stock a lower-cost option. Always ask your pharmacist if they can fill your prescription with the generic.

What If You Still Can't Find Dificid?

If you've tried everything and still can't locate Dificid, here are your next steps:

• Talk to your doctor about alternatives. Oral Vancomycin is the other first-line treatment for C. diff and is much more widely available. Read more in our guide to alternatives to Dificid.
• Ask about hospital-based dispensing. If your infection is severe, your doctor may be able to arrange for you to receive Dificid through a hospital pharmacy.
• Check for patient assistance programs. Merck's Patient Assistance Program provides Dificid free to qualifying patients. Visit merckhelps.com or see our savings guide.
• Have your doctor contact the pharmacy directly. A call from the prescriber's office can sometimes expedite a special order or resolve prior authorization faster.

Final Thoughts

Finding Dificid in stock can be challenging, but it's not impossible. Start with Medfinder to quickly identify pharmacies near you that have it available. Consider independent and specialty pharmacies, ask for the generic, and don't hesitate to involve your doctor's office if you're hitting walls.

C. diff infections are serious, and you deserve timely access to the best treatment. With these tools and tips, you'll be in the best position to get your Dificid filled quickly.