Step-by-step guide to finding Droxidopa (Northera) in stock at pharmacies near you. Use MedFinder, call specialty pharmacies, and more tips.
Getting a prescription for Droxidopa (brand name Northera) is only half the battle. For many patients with neurogenic orthostatic hypotension (nOH), the next challenge is actually finding a pharmacy that has it in stock.
Whether your usual pharmacy told you they don't carry it or you're tired of calling around, this guide gives you practical tools and tips to find Droxidopa quickly.
Before diving into solutions, it helps to understand the problem. Droxidopa is a specialty medication with limited distribution. Brand-name Northera is often only available through specialty pharmacies, and even generic Droxidopa isn't stocked at every retail location due to low patient demand.
For a deeper explanation, read why Droxidopa is so hard to find.
The fastest way to find Droxidopa near you is to use MedFinder. MedFinder checks pharmacy inventory in real time, showing you which locations near your zip code have Droxidopa in stock right now.
Here's how it works:
This saves you hours of calling pharmacies one by one.
If a pharmacy doesn't have brand-name Northera, they may carry generic Droxidopa. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are FDA-approved. They're also significantly cheaper — as low as $36.90 with a GoodRx coupon compared to around $2,721 retail for brand Northera.
When calling pharmacies, always ask: "Do you have generic Droxidopa in stock?" This opens up more options.
If you need brand-name Northera specifically (or your insurance requires it), you'll likely need to use a specialty pharmacy. These pharmacies are set up to handle medications like Droxidopa that require:
Your doctor's office or insurance company can direct you to an in-network specialty pharmacy. The Northera patient support program from Lundbeck can also help coordinate delivery.
Lundbeck, the manufacturer of Northera, offers a dedicated patient support program that can help you:
Visit northera.com or call the number on the website to get started.
Your prescribing doctor — often a neurologist or autonomic specialist — likely has experience helping patients find Droxidopa. They may know which local pharmacies stock it or can connect you with a specialty pharmacy directly.
If you're having trouble finding a doctor who prescribes Droxidopa, check out our guide on how to find a doctor who can prescribe Droxidopa near you.
One of the best strategies is to avoid running out in the first place. Because Droxidopa can take time to source:
If Droxidopa is temporarily unavailable, talk to your doctor about short-term alternatives. Medications like Midodrine and Fludrocortisone are more widely available and can help manage orthostatic hypotension while you wait for Droxidopa to come back in stock.
Read more in our guide on alternatives to Droxidopa.
Finding Droxidopa takes a little more effort than picking up a common prescription, but it's very doable with the right approach. Start with MedFinder to check real-time availability, explore generic options, and don't hesitate to use the Northera patient support program.
For tips on reducing your costs once you find it, check out our guide on how to save money on Droxidopa.
You focus on staying healthy. We'll handle the rest.
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