How to Find Igalmi in Stock Near You

Getting prescribed Igalmi (Dexmedetomidine sublingual film) is only half the battle. For many patients and providers, actually finding it in stock can feel like a scavenger hunt. Igalmi is a specialty psychiatric medication used in clinical settings for acute agitation, and it's not available at most retail pharmacies.

But don't worry — there are concrete steps you can take to track it down. Here are our top tips for finding Igalmi in 2026.

Tip #1: Use Medfinder to Search for Igalmi

Medfinder.com is a free tool designed to help patients and providers find hard-to-locate medications. Instead of calling pharmacy after pharmacy, you can search Medfinder to see which facilities in your area have Igalmi available.

Here's how it works:

1. Visit medfinder.com
2. Search for "Igalmi" or "Dexmedetomidine sublingual film"
3. Enter your location to see nearby results
4. Contact the facility directly to confirm availability and arrange administration

This can save you hours of frustrating phone calls, especially when you're dealing with an urgent clinical situation.

Tip #2: Contact Hospital and Specialty Pharmacies Directly

Since Igalmi is administered under healthcare provider supervision, it's primarily stocked at:

• Hospital pharmacies — especially those attached to psychiatric units
• Psychiatric facilities and crisis stabilization centers
• Emergency departments at larger medical centers
• Specialty pharmacies that serve behavioral health providers

If you're a patient, ask your prescribing psychiatrist or emergency physician which facility in your area carries Igalmi. They may already have a relationship with a pharmacy that stocks it.

If you're a provider, consider reaching out to your hospital's pharmacy and therapeutics (P&T) committee to add Igalmi to the formulary if it isn't already.

Tip #3: Call the Manufacturer

BioXcel Therapeutics, the maker of Igalmi, has a dedicated medical information line that can help locate the medication:

• Phone: 1-833-201-1088
• Email: medinfo@bioxceltherapeutics.com
• Website: igalmi.com

The manufacturer can often point you to distributors or facilities that have current stock, and may offer additional support for access.

What If You Still Can't Find Igalmi?

If Igalmi remains unavailable after trying these steps, here are some additional options:

• Ask your provider about alternatives: Medications like Haloperidol (Haldol), Olanzapine (Zyprexa), Lorazepam (Ativan), and Ziprasidone (Geodon) are used for acute agitation and may be more readily available. Read more in our alternatives to Igalmi guide.
• Check with larger hospital systems: Academic medical centers and large health systems are more likely to stock specialty medications like Igalmi.
• Consider transfer or referral: If you're a provider in a smaller facility, transferring the patient to a facility that has Igalmi may be an option for acute situations.
• Look into patient assistance: If cost is a barrier on top of availability, see our guide on how to save money on Igalmi.

Understanding Igalmi's Unique Availability Challenge

It helps to understand why Igalmi is hard to find. Unlike medications you take daily at home, Igalmi is:

• Used only for acute agitation episodes
• Administered under healthcare provider supervision
• Made by a single manufacturer (BioXcel Therapeutics)
• Available only as a brand-name product with no generic
• Primarily distributed to hospitals and clinical facilities, not retail pharmacies

For a deeper dive into these challenges, read our article on why Igalmi is so hard to find.

Final Thoughts

Finding Igalmi in stock takes a little extra effort, but it's absolutely possible with the right tools and approach. Start with Medfinder, reach out to hospital pharmacies and the manufacturer, and don't hesitate to ask your healthcare provider for help navigating availability.

Acute agitation is a serious medical situation, and timely access to the right medication matters. With some persistence and the strategies above, you can improve your chances of getting Igalmi when it's needed.

Explore more Igalmi resources:

• Igalmi shortage update for 2026
• How to check if a pharmacy has Igalmi in stock
• What is Igalmi?