Struggling to find Jornay PM at your pharmacy? Learn why this ADHD medication is hard to find in 2026 and what you can do to get your prescription filled.
You got your prescription for Jornay PM, called your pharmacy, and heard the words no one wants to hear: "We don't have it in stock." If this has happened to you, you're not imagining things — Jornay PM can be genuinely difficult to find.
Jornay PM is the only ADHD stimulant designed to be taken in the evening. It uses a unique delayed-release technology so that the medication kicks in the next morning and lasts throughout the day. That makes it a game-changer for people who struggle with early-morning ADHD symptoms. But it also makes it a niche product — and niche products come with supply challenges.
In this article, we'll explain exactly why Jornay PM is hard to find in 2026 and what steps you can take to get your prescription filled.
Jornay PM (methylphenidate hydrochloride) is an extended-release capsule approved by the FDA in 2018 to treat ADHD in patients aged 6 and older. Unlike every other stimulant on the market, Jornay PM is taken between 6:30 PM and 9:30 PM. Its delayed-release beads ensure that less than 5% of the medication is absorbed in the first 10 hours, with therapeutic levels building by morning.
It's manufactured by Collegium Pharmaceutical (which acquired the original developer, Ironshore Therapeutics). It comes in five strengths: 20 mg, 40 mg, 60 mg, 80 mg, and 100 mg. And as of 2026, there is no generic version of Jornay PM — patents aren't expected to expire until 2032.
There are several reasons this medication can be difficult to locate at your local pharmacy.
Because Jornay PM has no generic equivalent, there's only one manufacturer producing it. Generic medications typically have multiple manufacturers competing to supply pharmacies, which keeps supply high and prices lower. With Jornay PM, everything depends on a single supply chain from Collegium Pharmaceutical.
Jornay PM is a specialty medication with a relatively small patient population compared to drugs like Concerta or Adderall XR. Many retail pharmacies — especially large chains — don't keep it on their shelves because demand at any single location is low. If a pharmacy doesn't regularly fill Jornay PM prescriptions, they simply won't order it.
Since late 2022, the United States has been dealing with a widespread shortage of ADHD stimulants, driven by DEA production quotas, surging demand, and manufacturing capacity limits. While this shortage has primarily affected generic amphetamine and methylphenidate products, it has created a ripple effect across the entire ADHD medication market. When patients can't find their usual medication, some switch to alternatives like Jornay PM — increasing demand for an already limited-supply product.
Jornay PM is not covered by most Medicare plans and requires prior authorization from many commercial insurers. Some plans also require step therapy, meaning patients must try and fail on cheaper methylphenidate formulations first. These barriers mean fewer prescriptions are written overall, which further reduces pharmacy incentive to stock it.
The good news is that Jornay PM is being manufactured and distributed — it's just not sitting on every pharmacy shelf. Here's how to improve your chances of finding it.
Medfinder helps you search for pharmacies that have Jornay PM in stock near you. Instead of calling pharmacy after pharmacy, you can check availability online and save yourself hours of frustration.
Independent pharmacies are often more willing to order specialty medications and may already have Jornay PM in stock for their existing patients. Specialty pharmacies that focus on psychiatric or ADHD medications are another strong option.
If your regular pharmacy doesn't have Jornay PM, ask them to place a special order. Most pharmacies can order brand-name medications from their distributor and have them within 1-3 business days.
Collegium Pharmaceutical's website at jornaypm.com has resources for patients, including a savings program and pharmacy locator tools that can help you find a pharmacy that carries the medication.
If you've tried everything and still can't find Jornay PM, your doctor may be able to prescribe an alternative. Options include Concerta (extended-release methylphenidate), Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine), or Adderall XR (mixed amphetamine salts). While none of these offer evening dosing, they may provide coverage for your symptoms until Jornay PM is available. Learn more in our article on alternatives to Jornay PM.
Jornay PM is a unique and effective ADHD medication, but its brand-only status, niche positioning, and the broader stimulant shortage make it harder to find than most prescriptions. The key is to be proactive: use tools like Medfinder, explore independent pharmacies, and work closely with your prescriber.
For more tips on navigating availability issues, check out our guide on how to find Jornay PM in stock near you, or read our 2026 Jornay PM shortage update.
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