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Shortage of HTC?

NoExcuses

New member
Hey guys,

Aetna, my mail order pharmacy, is claiming that there is a shortage of the 10% sodium chloride solution per DEY (the manufacturer).

I don't buy it... but I just want to check with you all to see what you're hearing.

Anyone else hearing this from their pharmacy?
 

littledebbie

New member
You know, that would probably have been useful info, i don't actually know, I'll find out <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0"> But truly I'm not sure I understand why they'd be out? I mean it's not something tricky, do you understand? I was a little confused on this when they said I'd have to wait a few weeks on the 3%....<br><br> I'll check my manufacturer and get back to you.
 

NoExcuses

New member
no prob. if you're like me, you don't have the box any longer (only viles left). inscribed on the bottom was DEY (generic drug maker).

my guess is that a lot of CFers have jumped on the HTC band-wagon and maybe the company didn't anticipate the demand? Dumb, but possible.

Where do you get your meds? CF Services?
 

JazzysMom

New member
Dey manufactures mine & I got it thru the CF pharmacy, but that was back in February. Havent ordered any since. I got the 10% & 3% to mix for the 7%.
 

Faust

New member
I still haven't had the motivation, time, or need to take the time and learn to properly make my own bootleg version. I'm still feeling great, so don't see any reason to get on it, though I wouldn't mind trying it. I won't be trying it for the amount they want for it.
 

Jem

New member
I too had a problem with getting the DEY saline so now I have my Hypertonic 7% saline compounded by Foundcare pharmacy. There is never a shortage because they make it to your doctors orders. It is nice already having each sterile dose premixed and premeasured. Very convenient.
This is the link to Foundation Care: www.Foundcare.com

I placed my order on Friday and received it this afternoon. The cost for a one months supply of 2 doses a day of 4 ml of 7% HS is $36 and that includes free shipping. You might like to give them a call.
Their number is 877-291-1122.
 
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