How to Find Eohilia in Stock Near You

Getting a prescription for Eohilia (Budesonide oral suspension) is only half the battle. For many patients with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), the real challenge is actually finding a pharmacy that has it in stock. Eohilia is a specialty medication, which means it's not sitting on the shelf at your neighborhood drugstore.

But don't worry — there are concrete steps you can take right now to find Eohilia and get your treatment started. This guide walks you through everything.

Step 1: Understand Why Eohilia Requires a Specialty Pharmacy

Eohilia costs around $1,930 per 30-day supply at cash price. Because of its high cost and the specialized nature of EoE treatment, Takeda distributes Eohilia through a network of specialty pharmacies rather than standard retail chains.

This means your local CVS, Walgreens, or Walmart pharmacy probably can't order it for you. You need to find a specialty pharmacy, and ideally one that already has it in stock. For more background, see why Eohilia is so hard to find.

Step 2: Use MedFinder to Check Real-Time Availability

MedFinder is a free tool that helps you check which pharmacies near you have specific medications in stock. Simply search for Eohilia, enter your zip code, and see results from pharmacies in your area.

This saves you the time and frustration of calling pharmacy after pharmacy. You can see availability information and contact the pharmacy directly to confirm they can fill your prescription.

Step 3: Ask Your Doctor's Office to Help

Gastroenterologists and allergists who prescribe Eohilia regularly often have established relationships with specialty pharmacies. They know which ones reliably stock the medication and can send your prescription directly to the right place.

Many GI practices have dedicated staff or patient coordinators who handle specialty pharmacy orders. Don't hesitate to ask for this help — they deal with it every day.

Step 4: Contact Takeda Support

Takeda, the company that makes Eohilia, has a dedicated patient support line at 1-866-861-1482. They can help you:

• Find a specialty pharmacy near you that carries Eohilia
• Enroll in the Eohilia Copay Offer (commercially insured patients may pay as little as $0)
• Access the Head Start program for a free 30-day supply while your insurance processes the prior authorization

Step 5: Start the Insurance Process Early

Most insurance plans require prior authorization for Eohilia. This process can take 1 to 2 weeks. Here's how to speed things up:

• Ask your doctor to submit the prior authorization as soon as they write the prescription
• Make sure your doctor includes documentation of your EoE diagnosis (endoscopy results, biopsy showing elevated eosinophils)
• Follow up with your insurance company after 3 to 5 business days if you haven't heard back
• If denied, ask your doctor to file an appeal — many denials are overturned on appeal

Step 6: Check Multiple Specialty Pharmacies

Not all specialty pharmacies are equal. Some may have Eohilia in stock while others have a backlog. If one pharmacy tells you there's a wait, try another. Large specialty pharmacy chains to consider include:

• Accredo
• BriovaRx
• AllianceRx Walgreens Specialty
• CVS Specialty
• Optum Specialty Pharmacy

Your insurance plan may require you to use a specific specialty pharmacy, so check your plan details before calling around.

Step 7: Consider the Head Start Program

If you're commercially insured and your insurance hasn't approved Eohilia yet, Takeda's Head Start program may provide a one-time 30-day supply at no cost. This way, you can begin treatment while the prior authorization process plays out.

Ask your doctor or call 1-866-861-1482 to see if you're eligible.

What If You Still Can't Find Eohilia?

If you've tried all the steps above and still can't get Eohilia, talk to your doctor about alternatives. Options may include compounded budesonide slurry, swallowed fluticasone, or Dupixent (dupilumab). Read more in our post on alternatives to Eohilia.

You can also check for the latest shortage information in our Eohilia shortage update.

The Bottom Line

Finding Eohilia takes more effort than filling a typical prescription, but it's absolutely doable. Use tools like MedFinder, lean on your doctor's office, and take advantage of Takeda's support programs. The sooner you start the process, the sooner you can begin treatment.