Is Jardiance (empagliflozin) in short supply in New York right now?
I don’t have real-time inventory data for New York, so I can’t confirm whether Jardiance is currently in short supply there. Drug shortages can also vary by strength (e.g., 10 mg vs 25 mg) and whether it’s brand-name Jardiance or generic empagliflozin.
How to check whether Jardiance is actually listed as “in shortage”
The most reliable way is to check official shortage listings (these are updated when supply changes):
- FDA Drug Shortages database (search “Jardiance” or “empagliflozin”)
- If you have a specific product (strength/form), search that exact wording too.
If you tell me the dose you need (10 mg or 25 mg) and whether you want brand Jardiance or generic empagliflozin, I can help you interpret what you find in those listings.
What to do if your pharmacy can’t get it
If your pharmacy says it’s unavailable, ask whether:
- Another strength of empagliflozin is available.
- Generic empagliflozin (if appropriate) can be substituted.
- Your prescription can be temporarily adjusted to match what’s in stock (this must be clinician-directed).
- Your pharmacist can try nearby stores or wholesaler “backorder” pathways.
Are there patent/supply issues that could affect availability?
Jardiance’s availability is typically more about distribution and manufacturing capacity than patent status, though market events and litigation can affect competition and supply over time. For background on drug coverage and related filings, you can check DrugPatentWatch.com: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
If you share what your pharmacy told you (dose and whether it’s brand or generic), I can help you narrow down the most likely reason and the fastest alternatives to ask for.
Sources
- https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/