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FDA Drug Shortages

Drugs that hospitals and pharmacies can't get enough of right now, from FDA's official shortage list, with the reason for each.

219 drugs are on FDA's shortage list now. In the last 30 days FDA added 11 and marked 1 resolved.

  • In shortage: 219, as of Nov 13, 2026
  • Added in 30 days: 11
  • Resolved in 30 days: 1

Current Shortages by Therapeutic Category

FDA's categories; a drug can sit in more than one. As of Nov 13, 2026. Click to list them.

  • 3717%
  • 3215%
  • 2511%
  • 209%
  • 209%
  • 199%
  • 188%
  • 167%
  • 167%
  • 136%

Current Shortages by Year First Listed

How long today's shortages have lasted; 6 more began before 2017. FDA drops most resolved shortages from this list.

How to read this

A hatched bar is a year that is not over, so its count covers only part of the year.

  • Full year
  • 2026 to date

219 drugs

CategoryCompanies
Azacitidine InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage4 of 9 strengths or pack sizes unavailableOncologyBristol Myers Squibb Co.Fresenius Kabi USA, LLCand 7 moreNov 12, 2026listed Dec 18, 2020
Lidocaine Hydrochloride InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage21 of 65 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaCardiovascularHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyEugia US LLCand 8 moreNov 10, 2026listed Feb 22, 2012
Rocuronium Bromide InjectionDelay in shipping of the drugIn shortage2 of 26 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaFresenius Kabi USA, LLCHospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 9 moreNov 10, 2026listed Feb 15, 2023
Dextrose Monohydrate 5% InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage2 of 36 strengths or pack sizes unavailableEndocrinology/MetabolismGastroenterologyBaxter HealthcareFresenius Kabi USA, LLCand 2 moreNov 10, 2026listed Feb 14, 2022
Amino Acid InjectionFor extensive burnsShortage of an active ingredientIn shortage3 of 16 strengths or pack sizes unavailableGastroenterologyOtsuka ICU Medical LLCBaxter Healthcareand 1 moreNov 10, 2026listed Dec 8, 2020
Dextrose Monohydrate 70% InjectionIn shortageEndocrinology/MetabolismGastroenterologyBaxter HealthcareOtsuka ICU Medical LLCand 1 moreNov 10, 2026listed Oct 11, 2024
Sterile Water IrrigantDiscontinuation of the manufacture of the drugIn shortage4 of 9 strengths or pack sizes unavailableGastroenterologyOtherBaxter HealthcareB. Braun Medical Inc.and 1 moreNov 10, 2026listed Apr 28, 2023
Morphine Sulfate InjectionManages pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesicIn shortage6 of 24 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionFresenius Kabi USA, LLCPiramal Critical Care Inc.and 3 moreNov 10, 2026listed Oct 31, 2017
Heparin Sodium InjectionTreats venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolismIn shortage3 of 8 strengths or pack sizes unavailableHematologyBaxter HealthcareB. Braun Medical Inc.and 2 moreNov 10, 2026listed Nov 14, 2017
Midazolam Hydrochloride InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage10 of 30 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaNeurologyAvet Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 4 moreNov 9, 2026listed Apr 2, 2020
Carboplatin InjectionIn shortage12 of 35 strengths or pack sizes unavailableOncologyTeva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Avyxa Pharma, LLCand 7 moreNov 9, 2026listed Apr 28, 2023
Fentanyl Citrate InjectionIn shortage5 of 20 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionPediatricHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 1 moreNov 9, 2026listed Jan 1, 2012
Amphetamine Aspartate Monohydrate, Amphetamine Sulfate, Dextroamphetamine Saccharate, Dextroamphetamine Sulfate TabletTreats Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and NarcolepsyShortage of an active ingredientIn shortage19 of 73 strengths or pack sizes unavailablePsychiatrySunrise Pharmaceutical, Inc.Alvogenand 9 moreNov 9, 2026listed Oct 12, 2022
Meperidine Hydrochloride InjectionManages pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesicIn shortageAnalgesia/AddictionHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyNov 9, 2026listed May 30, 2025
Dobutamine Hydrochloride InjectionTreats cardiac decompensation due to depressed contractilityIn shortage1 of 10 strengths or pack sizes unavailableCardiovascularPediatricHainan Poly Pharm. Co., Ltd.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 1 moreNov 9, 2026listed Nov 6, 2017
Dopamine Hydrochloride InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage5 of 11 strengths or pack sizes unavailableCardiovascularHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Baxter Healthcareand 1 moreNov 9, 2026listed Nov 6, 2017
Sodium Acetate InjectionFor restricted or no oral intakeIn shortage1 of 15 strengths or pack sizes unavailableEndocrinology/MetabolismGastroenterologySomerset Therapeutics, LLCHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.and 3 moreNov 9, 2026listed Feb 3, 2016
Bupivacaine Hydrochloride InjectionIn shortage9 of 62 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionAnesthesiaHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyFresenius Kabi USA, LLCand 6 moreNov 9, 2026listed Feb 20, 2018
Etomidate InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage3 of 18 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Gland Pharma Limitedand 4 moreNov 9, 2026listed Oct 5, 2022
Methotrexate Sodium InjectionTreats acute lymphoblastic leukemiaIn shortage5 of 15 strengths or pack sizes unavailableOncologyRheumatologyHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.and 3 moreNov 9, 2026listed Mar 13, 2023
Sodium Bicarbonate InjectionTreats metabolic acidosisIn shortage1 of 11 strengths or pack sizes unavailableEndocrinology/MetabolismGastroenterologyFresenius Kabi USA, LLCExela Pharma Sciences, LLCand 3 moreNov 9, 2026listed Mar 1, 2017
Hydromorphone Hydrochloride InjectionManages pain severe enough to require an opioid analgesicIn shortage8 of 26 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 2 moreNov 9, 2026listed Oct 31, 2017
Bupivacaine Hydrochloride, Epinephrine Bitartrate InjectionIn shortage9 of 26 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionAnesthesiaHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyFresenius Kabi USA, LLCNov 9, 2026listed Feb 20, 2018
Epinephrine Bitartrate, Lidocaine Hydrochloride InjectionIn shortage9 of 22 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaPediatricFresenius Kabi USA, LLCHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyNov 9, 2026listed Feb 22, 2012
Sufentanil Citrate InjectionIn shortage3 of 4 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionPediatricHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Nov 9, 2026listed May 3, 2022
Lorazepam InjectionTreats status epilepticusDemand increase for the drugIn shortage4 of 11 strengths or pack sizes unavailableNeurologyHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 2 moreNov 9, 2026listed May 3, 2018
Pentostatin InjectionIn shortage1 of 1 strengths or pack sizes unavailableOncologyHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyNov 9, 2026listed Aug 27, 2026
Clindamycin Phosphate InjectionTreats serious infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteriaIn shortage5 of 23 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnti-InfectiveSandoz Inc.Pfizer Inc.and 2 moreNov 9, 2026listed Mar 21, 2023
Sterile Water InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage3 of 13 strengths or pack sizes unavailableOtherHospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.and 3 moreNov 9, 2026listed Nov 23, 2021
Ketorolac Tromethamine InjectionManages moderately severe acute painIn shortage13 of 25 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionGland Pharma LimitedBaxter Healthcareand 5 moreNov 9, 2026listed Mar 23, 2018
Furosemide InjectionTreats edema associated with heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver, and renal diseaseRequirements related to complying with good manufacturing practicesIn shortage11 of 30 strengths or pack sizes unavailableCardiovascularAccord Healthcare Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 6 moreNov 9, 2026listed Apr 7, 2020
Atropine Sulfate InjectionRequirements related to complying with good manufacturing practicesIn shortage7 of 17 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaNeurologyAmerican Regent, Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Companyand 6 moreNov 9, 2026listed Jan 1, 2012
Dextrose Monohydrate 50% InjectionTreats insulin hypoglycemia (hyperinsulinemia or insulin shock)In shortage1 of 3 strengths or pack sizes unavailableEndocrinology/MetabolismGastroenterologyAmphastar Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer CompanyNov 9, 2026listed Jan 13, 2022
Dexmedetomidine Hydrochloride InjectionIn shortage10 of 60 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaAmneal PharmaceuticalsBaxter Healthcareand 15 moreNov 6, 2026listed Apr 10, 2020
Methylprednisolone Acetate InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage8 of 23 strengths or pack sizes unavailableRheumatologySagent PharmaceuticalsPfizer Inc.and 3 moreNov 6, 2026listed Dec 15, 2021
Rifampin InjectionTreats tuberculosis and the meningococcal carrier stateDiscontinuation of the manufacture of the drugIn shortage2 of 5 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnti-InfectiveSanofi-Aventis U.S. LLCFresenius Kabi USA, LLCand 1 moreNov 6, 2026listed Feb 17, 2021
Penicillin G Benzathine InjectionTreats infections due to penicillin-G-sensitive microorganismsIn shortage1 of 4 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnti-InfectiveLaboratorios AtralPfizer Inc.Nov 6, 2026listed Apr 26, 2023
Quinapril Hydrochloride TabletTreats hypertensionDiscontinuation of the manufacture of the drugIn shortage12 of 16 strengths or pack sizes unavailableCardiovascularChartwell Molecular Holdings LLCAurobindo Pharma USAand 2 moreNov 4, 2026listed Jan 19, 2023
Quinapril/Hydrochlorothiazide TabletTreats hypertensionDiscontinuation of the manufacture of the drugIn shortage3 of 6 strengths or pack sizes unavailableCardiovascularAurobindo Pharma USAChartwell Molecular Holdings LLCNov 4, 2026listed Jan 19, 2023
Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate CapsuleShortage of an active ingredientIn shortagePsychiatryRhodes Pharmaceuticals L.P.Lannett Company, Inc.and 11 moreNov 3, 2026listed Jul 14, 2023
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate InjectionControls severe or incapacitating allergic conditionsDemand increase for the drugIn shortage4 of 19 strengths or pack sizes unavailableDermatologyEndocrinology/MetabolismFresenius Kabi USA, LLCMylan Institutional, a Viatris Companyand 3 moreNov 3, 2026listed Feb 8, 2019
Methylphenidate Hydrochloride Tablet, Extended ReleaseTreats attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drugIn shortage6 of 34 strengths or pack sizes unavailablePsychiatrySun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.Vertical Pharmaceuticals, LLCand 4 moreNov 3, 2026listed Jul 26, 2023
Ropivacaine Hydrochloride InjectionIn shortage13 of 49 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnesthesiaSomerset Therapeutics, LLCFresenius Kabi USA, LLCand 3 moreNov 3, 2026listed Mar 23, 2018
Cromolyn Sodium ConcentrateManages mastocytosisIn shortagePulmonary/AllergyMylan Specialty, a Viatris CompanyMicro Labs LTDand 2 moreNov 3, 2026listed Nov 3, 2023
Rifampin CapsuleTreats tuberculosis and the meningococcal carrier stateDiscontinuation of the manufacture of the drugIn shortage4 of 9 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnti-InfectiveLupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Epic Pharma, LLCNov 3, 2026listed Dec 22, 2021
Ifosfamide InjectionPrevents hemorrhagic cystitisDemand increase for the drugIn shortage2 of 8 strengths or pack sizes unavailableOncologyPediatricSteriMax, Inc.Baxter Healthcareand 2 moreNov 3, 2026listed Jun 12, 2026
Dextrose Monohydrate 10% InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage1 of 13 strengths or pack sizes unavailableEndocrinology/MetabolismGastroenterologyB. Braun Medical Inc.Baxter Healthcareand 2 moreNov 3, 2026listed Mar 1, 2022
Metronidazole InjectionTreats serious infections caused by susceptible anaerobic bacteriaIn shortage1 of 4 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnti-InfectiveBaxter HealthcareInfoRLife SAand 1 moreNov 3, 2026listed Jan 13, 2022
Propranolol Hydrochloride InjectionTreats supraventricular tachycardia, including Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome and…Shortage of an active ingredientIn shortage2 of 2 strengths or pack sizes unavailableCardiovascularHikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.Fresenius Kabi USA, LLCNov 3, 2026listed Oct 31, 2023
Remifentanil Hydrochloride InjectionDemand increase for the drugIn shortage3 of 9 strengths or pack sizes unavailableAnalgesia/AddictionFresenius Kabi USA, LLCMylan Institutional, a Viatris Companyand 1 moreNov 3, 2026listed Jun 28, 2022

FDA's drug shortage list, one entry per package, grouped here by drug. A drug is in shortage while any of its packages is listed as current or to be discontinued. Updated daily. FDA Drug Shortages via openFDA

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