This is the first I've heard of it! Too bad Cardinal hasn't sent out some info about it, as well. That goodness we have a network to find out about things like this!
Does it matter if you ask for Bedford or APP? Did they give you any estimate of when it will be available??
My rep said she thought it would be next week, but they weren't 100% sure. She also mentioned that they're going this route because a lot of times with a shortage, if they release it straight to the wholesalers, secondary market is able to buy out the stock before hospitals even realize its available.
I just sent off a dropship order to Cardinal for Bedford and APP; I figured I may as well cover all the bases while I was at it. I sure hope this works! Are you subbing oral for IV when you can?
I recently received a phone call from my Bedford rep telling me that the Levothyroxine 200mcg vials are coming back out but that they will not be stocking them at the wholesalers immediately. He placed an order for me and told me I would have my product by Friday. It is great to have such a wonderful rep, he keeps me informed and helps me obtain product.
I noticed a few buyers attempted to get Levothyroxine through APP - APP has not had the product since January 2007 - as of now, Bedford is the only manufacturer
My Bedford rep was just here this morning and told me that I can order a dropship from the company. They are not stocking at Amerisource etc. until they have plenty on hand. I too have a very good rep.