What Pharmacy Carries Sandoz 20 Mg Methylphenidate Hcl Besides Cvs

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I am losing it trying to find a pharmacy other than CVS that carries the Sandoz brand of 20mg Methylphenidate hcl. I have tried most independent pharmacies and none of the major chains seem to have them. I called Walmart, Walgreens, Costco, Neighborcare, Riteaid, Safeway Pharmacy, SuperFresh Pharmacy, a bunch of small independents as well as a few epic pharmacies. The only reason I dont go to CVS is because They have to order it, I have been out for 3 days now, and there cash price is higher than anyone in town. I take three 20mg hcl tabs a day. Plus, my mother is one of the pharmacy techs at my neighborhood pharmacy and has been in recovery for 12 years and would go crazy if she new I was being prescribed generic ritalin. Although I have never had a substance abuse problem, and she knows I have been suffereing with add since I was 15 yrs old and actually had to repeat the 10th grade. My mom is way to in my business and checks my profile all the time to see if I have been picking up my other important meds. I have been going to an independent pharmacy in my town but they have switched to Methlyn which makes me edgy, nauseus, and even kills my stomach. Sorry this is so long. If anyone can help me out I would appreciate it. I live in Maryland. Thanks everyone

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i would also like to know what pharmacies other than CVS carry 20mg of methylphenidate manufactured by Sandoz. i live in connecticut. any feedback would be much appreciated. thank you in advance.

take care.

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I was wondering what your experiences have been using Sandoz Methylphenidate HCL compared to other generic brands??

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Durham Pharmacy

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I'm sorry to hear of the difficulties that everyone is having finding this product and I wish I had an answer for you.

What I can tell you, however, is that since Methylphenidate/Ritalin is a controlled substance, calling the pharmacies will usually not get you an accurate answer. Most of them are just going to automatically tell you that they don't, because they have no way of knowing whether the person on the phone is a legitimate customer or a potential thief. Most pharmacies do this with anyone that calls asking if they carry any type of controlled substance.

To get an accurate answer, even if you are just asking about what they carry from a specific manufacturer, you are actually going to have to physically go to the pharmacies, with your prescription in hand, so they know that you are a real customer.

https:/­/­rxchat.com/­wiki/­Methylphenidate/­

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Durham Pharmacy in what state? Connecticut or Maryland??

I also found that some CVS' actually dispense methylin from Mallik (sp). My last CVS' script was 20mg of methylin, not SZ methylphenidate. I actually remember getting methylin from the same CVS I went to where they dispensed the methylin, and then recently (2 months ago) then dispensed the SZ methylphenidate again, so I don't know what their ordering process is.

i recall that when i was on the 10's that Target's pharmacy dispensed SZ, but that was for 10 mg. I'm not sure if they do the same with 20's, nor have I been back there. Walmart used to carry SZ 10's, but I think they changed to Methylin form Malik (sp). Maybe because it's so much cheaper.

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I have been taking generic Ritalin (20 mg SR) for over 15 years. Now all of sudden, the price has trippled and some pharmacies don't even offer it. Does anyone know why this is happening to such an old drug? Must be Obamacare??

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It seems that Ritalin for $500 is readly available but no on has the generic which costs me $66.00 for 20 mg time released 240 tablets thru Ridgeway Pharmacy, Victor Montana. It seems that the generic has been out of supply for two months now. How is it Ridgeway can sell it for $66.00 and make a profit when every one else charges three times that amount? It should be a crime to price gouge like this. Ridgeway is one of the few that will mail order. BJ Wholesale has good prices but will not mail.

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Found this thread searching online for info on 20 mg Methylphenidate and thought I'd share my experience.

My prescription is for Methylphenidate 20 mg 90 tabs (I have no insurance).

I called Ridgeway Pharmacy as somewhere suggested here and because I don't have insurance, they can't ship out of state (I'm in PA).

I called Walmart. The cost is $48.32

I found a small local pharmacy and the cost was $27.76!

My hometown pharmacy doesn't do online ordering or anything so it wouldn't matter if I gave the name. Again, I'm in South Central PA.

Hope that helps.

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There is the same problem with adderall. Many ritlin users graduate to adderall. when adderall supply runs out then patients get put back on ritlin on some occasions - therefore this will increase ritlin usage and cause potential shortages.. this isn't a full reason or explanation but it does play a part in Ritlin shortages I'm sure. The world wnats to know why there is no adderall thats for sure.

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From what I'm told, Sandoz's Drug for Methylphenidate 20 mg. is back ordered in a bunch of pharmacies. I get an order for both types of generic ritalin. I found this in all pharmacies and ended up only being able to get the one prescription filled and got told that they won't fill the other because their on one prescription page.

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Target

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I am also having trouble finding the sandoz methylphenidate I found that works the best for me the Methylin is no good that is at walmart.Walgreens carries Watson methylphenidate which seems to be pretty close.

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I too am having a hard time getting methylphenidate. I tried name brand Ritalin and it makes me feel like I've had 10 cups of coffee and makes me nauseated. I am just desperate to find someone with the Watson 20mg or at least the white one with an M on it. I have CFS, Fibromyalgia, chronic pain, sleep disorders +...I barely had a life with Watson but now I am just beyond fatigued, terrible headaches....my pharmacist told me (small town) that the big brand name co. is pushing out the little guys!! Well then they need to offer the same meds that they are causing the others to bow out from making!! So tired of being so tired!! It also makes me moody!! Hate this ____!! By the way... Texas

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By the way, had to get remainder filled (as they didn't have my full amount when I filled. This pill is the sandoz and it is as bad for me as the Ritalin. Wish a sandoz user with Watson or the "M" 20mg one lived nearby I would swap in a heartbeat!! Crazy how everyone's body reacts so different to each brand!!

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Quick response to a few things said on this thread.

Obamacare has nothing to do with the ADD drug shortages.

Sandoz Customer Service: 1-609-627-8500. You can find that and other good info on the FDA.gov website. Don't know what info may be available from the Sandoz customer service but good luck...

A few states have a website with alternative pricing by pharmacy on certain drugs. Try the following link for that and other good info.
consumerreports.org/health/shop-online/compare-prices-disclaimer.htm?drugName=Dextroamphetamine

Shire has been messing with the amphetamine supply (Adderall + its generics) creating a shortage on the generics maket on purpose to shore up their namebrand Adderall and their somewhat new prodrug version Vyvanse. Not sure if they also supply the amphetamines for Dexedrine and its generics or not. The DEA distributes the ingredients to Shire in the amount of a set quota. Shire distributes to the generic companies. Shire has been produceing more of their namebrand drugs to create the shortage with the various generics companies. The DEA after a while increased the supply but that hasn't seemed to be enough. People who can't get their generic Adderall or Dexedrine are getting what they can which drives up demand for other drug alternatives. Don't know if Ritalin uses any of the same ingredients in it's processing or not but people will go there as an alternative and drive up demand and create a shortage if it wasn't caused by lack of ingredients already.

The generics have the same active ingredients as each other and the name brand. It's the stuff they pack it with that can make the difference in how it is absorbed and other issues. The name brands tend to use higher quality ingredients but obviously cost more. Right now they jacked up the price again and my namebrand 1 month supply of Dexedrine would be about $1300 out of pocket so screw that.

If you are curious to see how some of the drug industry pricing is rigged to maximize profit you can start researching UNC, AMP, AWP, ACA FUL, and other pricing. Walgreens switched the price submitted to my insurance company this month that I have to pay for generic Dexedrine from UNC ($68.99) to AWP ($285.99) this month. Up from $27.99 a year ago that's a 922% increase. Don't know if they have a part in it or if it is all on the manufacturer/supplier side that has been jacking up the price.

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I'm a recovering addict my problem is I'm on 20 mg 2x daily of methylphenidate er and ove been getting sandonz ER 20mg pills all along so much chePer than malenk. However I don't want themtations and the sandoz CAN be ground down n IV'd beleive me! I can't have that temptation they don't gel up at all! So for my own safety switching to malenk. Which gel when water touches em but so. Ugh more expensive! $20 star a Month from sandoz yuk! ! Sandoz get on the ball gel up ur pills like everyone else when peeps try to abuse! Ur cheaper and I feel work light years better than malen!

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I hope Sandoz never Gels for some of us that gel makes them impossible to take it just kills my stomach. I don't know what is in that stuff but it makes the meds not worth taking.

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Gosh, what a find coming across this site. I feel like I'm with friends that understand the difficulty in getting meds and understand the relief they provide. :)

The experiences you all have shared resonate with me. My son was on Ritalin for 7 years, I have been on it for almost 6. Sister is on Adderall. Rarely do others understand the speeding thoughts, distractions, sleeplessness, impulsivities, total need for stimulation but we usually adapt to careers where we can capitalize on our behavior but after awhile we need help. Most people with ADHD are smarter than average if we channel our mental energies.

I called Walgreen's Corporate Office and they have a mailorder department that can ship Ritalin to you overnight, they said (the associate has a son on it) it has to be a 3 month supply so most doctors don't write a schedule II drug for that much.

Hey, what if we all start calling corporate customer services and pharmacies that we are R-Team or Ritalin Team but we are regular people diagnosed with ADHD and none of us can find that little pill that makes us feel normal.

CVS/Pharmacy HQ - 800-746-7287
Walgreen's HQ - 877-250-5823
Walmart HQ - 479-273-4000
Rite Aid HQ - 800-748-3243
Target HQ - 800-591-3869

Look, I'm surprised I am suggesting this but I know now if I call I can share my concern because HERE I don't feel alone and frustrated. Your stories (just like mine) and concerns help me a lot. If we all try, we can share info and help each other.

Rickster56

One day we can again think in peace.

HCStymie, you rock!

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I live in Toronto and am forced to take 5mg generic Ritalin. It doesn't work. My dosage is 60 mg Ritalin either in 10 mg or 20 mg. Does anyone have any information on availability of 10mg or 20mg Ritalin, generic or name brand in Toronto? Urgent response requested.

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I'm on Ritalin 20mgs 2 times a day and for the last month everyone is out again.... Just went thru this 7 months ago. By the way I'm in central Florida. Asked my dr.to if I could try Nuvigil cause I printed out a free coupon. But, it's not working at all for my chronic fatigue or add and without the coupon it's almost $400!! My relationships are starting to suffer as well. I'm just about useless and my boyfriend doesn't believe much in medications;/

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I live in Northern California, and have the same issues. Inferior generic methylphenidate has flooded the all the pharmacies, and I mean all if them will not even Order Sandbox Ritalin, because it is owned by Novartis. A German Firm.
The cheap crap, us made in Philadelphia, and also makes diet amphetamine's, and we're scolded by the FDA for not cleaning the drug between batches, literally mixing in other drugs, into their Ritalin products, which get given to children, all over our country.
Demand Sandbox Ritalin, from Big Pharma!

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Re: Ann (# 34) Expand Referenced Message

Sandoz worked best for me as well. I’m hoping to find a replacement that is equivalent, & was wondering if you had a recommendation. Thank you.

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Re: Amy (# 33) Expand Referenced Message

Does anyone know if the methylphenidate 10mg tablets can be found anywhere? I keep being told they are on backorder? My child can’t tolerate any other brand. We have tried and sandoz works best.

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Walgreens carries Watson brand I’ll brother when they are a peach colored and they carry both had and 20 mg. I agree, the warain brand Ritalin is definitely the best. the rest are complete junk.

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When my pharmacy swapped out Sandoz for Upstate I felt lousy for the entire month.

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Sandoz generic Ritalin cannot be found at pharmacies in RI. Is there a shortage?

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yeah you would know that. Wtf you never even met him. I'm in aa and I'd be scared if someone I love was prescribed this useful but addictive drug. Mind your own business!!! With love Kiekie

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Pharmacies can't get the brand they want. By law they get what they get. They have no choice in the matter!

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I take methylphenidate 20MG ER. It's a new script and doesn't have the same affect as the old script, methylphenidate HCL 10MG ER.
Each script are equal in the daily dosage. how can I identify the manufacture for each script? The old script worked great for three years and was consistent each refill however the new one does not provide the same effect and causes me to be tired instead of the opposite.

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Since I have no relitives working at CVS, I just started going there. Thank You for letting us know that Sandoz Ritalin can be gorrne there. :)

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