When your primary pharmaceutical supplier falls short — whether due to price hikes, allocation limits, or product shortages — having a trusted secondary pharmaceutical wholesaler can make all the difference. At Republic Pharmaceuticals, we specialize in short-dated and hard-to-find generics for independent pharmacies, telehealth providers, and clinics across the U.S.
Why Work with a Secondary Wholesaler?
- Short-Dated Discounts: Access inventory with 6–12 months of shelf life at steep discounts.
- No Contracts, No GPOs: Buy what you need, when you need it — no long-term obligations.
- Same-Day Shipping: Orders placed by 5:30 PM EST typically ship same day.
- VAWD Accreditation: Republic is a NABP-accredited distributor, fully DSCSA-compliant.
- Licensed-Only Sales: We supply only to verified U.S. pharmacies, clinics, and healthcare professionals.
Who We Serve
Republic Pharmaceuticals supports:
- Independent retail pharmacies
- Long-term care facilities
- Urgent care and telemedicine providers
- Specialty clinics and low-volume compounders
Common Use Cases for Secondary Pharmaceutical Wholesalers
- Backup supply when your primary wholesaler is out of stock
- Supplementing high-volume orders during flu season or shortage periods
- Purchasing short-dated meds at a discount to reduce cost of goods sold
- Sourcing niche or low-turn generics unavailable through traditional GPOs
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Get Started Today
Whether you’re a new startup pharmacy or an established provider looking for a more flexible backup option, we’re here to help. Our setup process is fast, simple, and free.
Request a wholesale account or call us at 1-800-659-6609.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a secondary pharmaceutical wholesaler?
A secondary wholesaler provides licensed healthcare providers with generic medications that are short-dated, overstocked, or not readily available through Tier 1 distributors. They act as a backup to traditional supply chains.
Is Republic Pharmaceuticals a licensed distributor?
Yes. We are NABP-accredited (formerly VAWD), fully DSCSA-compliant, and serve licensed U.S. facilities only.
Do I need to sign a contract?
No. We do not require contracts or GPO memberships. You order what you need, when you need it.
Can I use Republic as my primary source?
Absolutely. Many of our customers use us exclusively, especially for hard-to-find or short-dated products.
Do you offer generic medications in bulk?
Yes. See our full generic medicine wholesaler overview for a list of top-selling products and bulk pricing options.
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING
“We use Republic as our backup when our primary wholesaler runs into delays. They’ve come through every time — great for short-dated generics.”
“Their same-day shipping and clear pricing are exactly what we needed in a secondary pharmaceutical wholesaler. We’ve started routing more business to them.”
“Republic helped us bridge gaps when our GPO was delayed on key generic orders. Their support team is proactive, and the pricing is fair for the level of service.”