Guest guest Posted September 5, 2004 Report Share Posted September 5, 2004 Which manufacturer of MTX is it, Sue? I'll tell you where to go! Mayo Clinic in Rochester http://www.mayoclinic.org/rochester s Hopkins Medicine http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org [ ] methotrexate shortage > I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx > injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being > extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent > out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still > experiencing this problem. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 5, 2004 Report Share Posted September 5, 2004 Which manufacturer of MTX is it, Sue? I'll tell you where to go! Mayo Clinic in Rochester http://www.mayoclinic.org/rochester s Hopkins Medicine http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org [ ] methotrexate shortage > I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx > injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being > extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent > out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still > experiencing this problem. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 6, 2004 Report Share Posted September 6, 2004 , I have the same problem here in Texas. The pharmamcist is rationing the supply that they do have instock and only re-filling for current patients. Then you can only get one bottle at a time. So I am here waiting until the shortage is over to restart on my MTX injections. No one seems to know why there is a shortage. I was wondering if there was a problem with the plant that makes the medication....or a major shift in the supplier. Who knows...I guess we just sit and wait. See if you can get at least one vial or if things get really bad you could ask your doc if you can come in to the office for injections from him. I know the docs have they big bottles unlike the small 1-2 cc bottles i have been getting. Toni In a message dated 9/6/2004 8:52:28 AM Central Daylight Time, writes: Date: Sun, 05 Sep 2004 18:32:01 -0000 From: " mitlersu " <mitlersu@...> Subject: methotrexate shortage I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still experiencing this problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 6, 2004 Report Share Posted September 6, 2004 , I have the same problem here in Texas. The pharmamcist is rationing the supply that they do have instock and only re-filling for current patients. Then you can only get one bottle at a time. So I am here waiting until the shortage is over to restart on my MTX injections. No one seems to know why there is a shortage. I was wondering if there was a problem with the plant that makes the medication....or a major shift in the supplier. Who knows...I guess we just sit and wait. See if you can get at least one vial or if things get really bad you could ask your doc if you can come in to the office for injections from him. I know the docs have they big bottles unlike the small 1-2 cc bottles i have been getting. Toni In a message dated 9/6/2004 8:52:28 AM Central Daylight Time, writes: Date: Sun, 05 Sep 2004 18:32:01 -0000 From: " mitlersu " <mitlersu@...> Subject: methotrexate shortage I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still experiencing this problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 In a message dated 10/2/2004 8:09:33 AM Central Daylight Time, mitlersu@... writes: Xanodyne this is what i got last time too, kathy in il Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 In a message dated 10/2/2004 8:09:33 AM Central Daylight Time, mitlersu@... writes: Xanodyne this is what i got last time too, kathy in il Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 , I am finally getting back to you. I believe the manufacturer for Methotrexate injectable is Mayne Pharma. The name my pharmacist gave me was Xanodyne but they referred me to Mayne. According to my local pharmacist there is no longer a ship-by date posted. I find this hard to believe. How is everyone else getting their MTX? Do most poeple take the pill form? > Which manufacturer of MTX is it, Sue? > > > > > I'll tell you where to go! > > Mayo Clinic in Rochester > http://www.mayoclinic.org/rochester > > s Hopkins Medicine > http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org > > > [ ] methotrexate shortage > > > > I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx > > injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being > > extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent > > out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still > > experiencing this problem. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 , I am finally getting back to you. I believe the manufacturer for Methotrexate injectable is Mayne Pharma. The name my pharmacist gave me was Xanodyne but they referred me to Mayne. According to my local pharmacist there is no longer a ship-by date posted. I find this hard to believe. How is everyone else getting their MTX? Do most poeple take the pill form? > Which manufacturer of MTX is it, Sue? > > > > > I'll tell you where to go! > > Mayo Clinic in Rochester > http://www.mayoclinic.org/rochester > > s Hopkins Medicine > http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org > > > [ ] methotrexate shortage > > > > I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx > > injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being > > extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent > > out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still > > experiencing this problem. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 Sue, maybe this is the root of the problem: " Mayne Group Limited has reached agreement with Xanodyne Pharmacal, Inc. for the acquisition of two injectable oncology products, methotrexate sodium (methotrexate) and leucovorin calcium (leucovorin), in the US market. Methotrexate is indicated for use in treating a range of cancers, while leucovorin is used to counteract the toxic side effects of certain chemotherapy treatments, including methotrexate. Mayne is acquiring the trademarks, dossiers and associated contracts for both products. The total purchase price is $US6.6 million plus inventory at cost, and the forecast EBITA contribution for the 12 months following the acquisition is expected to be in the order of $US2.0 million. Mayne expects to take over selling the products in November this year. Markets for both products are mature. " http://www.us.maynepharma.com/news/Xanodyne_30Oct03.html (October 2003) I don't have the numbers, but I would guess that most people using MTX for RA are taking it orally rather than by injection. I'll tell you where to go! Mayo Clinic in Rochester http://www.mayoclinic.org/rochester s Hopkins Medicine http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org [ ] Re: methotrexate shortage > > , I am finally getting back to you. I believe the manufacturer > for Methotrexate injectable is Mayne Pharma. The name my pharmacist > gave me was Xanodyne but they referred me to Mayne. According to my > local pharmacist there is no longer a ship-by date posted. I find > this hard to believe. How is everyone else getting their MTX? Do > most poeple take the pill form? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2004 Report Share Posted October 2, 2004 Sue, maybe this is the root of the problem: " Mayne Group Limited has reached agreement with Xanodyne Pharmacal, Inc. for the acquisition of two injectable oncology products, methotrexate sodium (methotrexate) and leucovorin calcium (leucovorin), in the US market. Methotrexate is indicated for use in treating a range of cancers, while leucovorin is used to counteract the toxic side effects of certain chemotherapy treatments, including methotrexate. Mayne is acquiring the trademarks, dossiers and associated contracts for both products. The total purchase price is $US6.6 million plus inventory at cost, and the forecast EBITA contribution for the 12 months following the acquisition is expected to be in the order of $US2.0 million. Mayne expects to take over selling the products in November this year. Markets for both products are mature. " http://www.us.maynepharma.com/news/Xanodyne_30Oct03.html (October 2003) I don't have the numbers, but I would guess that most people using MTX for RA are taking it orally rather than by injection. I'll tell you where to go! Mayo Clinic in Rochester http://www.mayoclinic.org/rochester s Hopkins Medicine http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org [ ] Re: methotrexate shortage > > , I am finally getting back to you. I believe the manufacturer > for Methotrexate injectable is Mayne Pharma. The name my pharmacist > gave me was Xanodyne but they referred me to Mayne. According to my > local pharmacist there is no longer a ship-by date posted. I find > this hard to believe. How is everyone else getting their MTX? Do > most poeple take the pill form? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2004 Report Share Posted October 3, 2004 I take the Trexall brand 25 mg in one easy to swallow purple pill! Semalee [ ] methotrexate shortage > > > > I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx > > injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being > > extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent > > out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still > > experiencing this problem. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 3, 2004 Report Share Posted October 3, 2004 I take the Trexall brand 25 mg in one easy to swallow purple pill! Semalee [ ] methotrexate shortage > > > > I am still having a problem getting my prescription for mtx > > injections filled. The pharmacist said the ship-by date keeps being > > extended and he doesn't have a clue why or when it will be sent > > out.I live in land and am wondering if anyone esle is still > > experiencing this problem. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 I had the same problem so my doctor changed me to the pills. I take eight per week. Hopefully, the injectable will be available soon. You may need to talk to your doctor about alternatives. Francine On Nov 11, 2004, at 8:06 AM, eaprescott wrote: > > > I am [desperately] looking for a pharmacy that has Methotrexate > injectable. Pharmacies in my area are out. I received an email from > APP and the earliest I can expect to find it in my area would > possibly be in December. I've even checked Canadian pharmacies.. > HELP! > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 I had the same problem so my doctor changed me to the pills. I take eight per week. Hopefully, the injectable will be available soon. You may need to talk to your doctor about alternatives. Francine On Nov 11, 2004, at 8:06 AM, eaprescott wrote: > > > I am [desperately] looking for a pharmacy that has Methotrexate > injectable. Pharmacies in my area are out. I received an email from > APP and the earliest I can expect to find it in my area would > possibly be in December. I've even checked Canadian pharmacies.. > HELP! > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 Yep, can't take the pills because of an ulcer. I'll have to keep searching I guess. I read an article in Time that said Merck is working on an injectable anti-inflammatory. It's about time, Ansaid worked great for me until the ulcer. Even if they'd come out with a patch it would be wonderful. I could them come off the Hydrocodone, I hope. > > > > > > > I am [desperately] looking for a pharmacy that has Methotrexate > > injectable. Pharmacies in my area are out. I received an email from > > APP and the earliest I can expect to find it in my area would > > possibly be in December. I've even checked Canadian pharmacies.. > > HELP! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 Yep, can't take the pills because of an ulcer. I'll have to keep searching I guess. I read an article in Time that said Merck is working on an injectable anti-inflammatory. It's about time, Ansaid worked great for me until the ulcer. Even if they'd come out with a patch it would be wonderful. I could them come off the Hydrocodone, I hope. > > > > > > > I am [desperately] looking for a pharmacy that has Methotrexate > > injectable. Pharmacies in my area are out. I received an email from > > APP and the earliest I can expect to find it in my area would > > possibly be in December. I've even checked Canadian pharmacies.. > > HELP! > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 i was told several months ago about the shortage. i re'cd one bottle since then, but much fuller than usual. i haven't had to order it since. i thought i had heard over the summer that the company that made it sold it to another so the holdup was to get the new company up and running. hoping i don't run into that problem too!! i have to skip my dose next friday (not tomorrow) because of the laser surgery they will do on my foot 11/17. kathy in il Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 i was told several months ago about the shortage. i re'cd one bottle since then, but much fuller than usual. i haven't had to order it since. i thought i had heard over the summer that the company that made it sold it to another so the holdup was to get the new company up and running. hoping i don't run into that problem too!! i have to skip my dose next friday (not tomorrow) because of the laser surgery they will do on my foot 11/17. kathy in il Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 The lack of MTX isn't good, but I have a humorous/pitiful problem with mine. My hospital pharmacy has given me 4 cc vials without preservative, and want me to inject 1.2 cc each week and throw the rest out! They charged me for only the amount I'd use each week, so I'm getting a bargain (I guess). Maybe if you lived close to me, we could share the vials. Removing with clean new syringes shouldn't cause any problems. Dennis Re: [ ] Methotrexate shortage > > > I had the same problem so my doctor changed me to the pills. I take > eight per week. Hopefully, the injectable will be available soon. You > may need to talk to your doctor about alternatives. > Francine > On Nov 11, 2004, at 8:06 AM, eaprescott wrote: > >> >> >> I am [desperately] looking for a pharmacy that has Methotrexate >> injectable. Pharmacies in my area are out. I received an email from >> APP and the earliest I can expect to find it in my area would >> possibly be in December. I've even checked Canadian pharmacies.. >> HELP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2004 Report Share Posted November 11, 2004 The lack of MTX isn't good, but I have a humorous/pitiful problem with mine. My hospital pharmacy has given me 4 cc vials without preservative, and want me to inject 1.2 cc each week and throw the rest out! They charged me for only the amount I'd use each week, so I'm getting a bargain (I guess). Maybe if you lived close to me, we could share the vials. Removing with clean new syringes shouldn't cause any problems. Dennis Re: [ ] Methotrexate shortage > > > I had the same problem so my doctor changed me to the pills. I take > eight per week. Hopefully, the injectable will be available soon. You > may need to talk to your doctor about alternatives. > Francine > On Nov 11, 2004, at 8:06 AM, eaprescott wrote: > >> >> >> I am [desperately] looking for a pharmacy that has Methotrexate >> injectable. Pharmacies in my area are out. I received an email from >> APP and the earliest I can expect to find it in my area would >> possibly be in December. I've even checked Canadian pharmacies.. >> HELP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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