Meperidine Hydrochloride Injection shortage
Current 6 presentations · 2 manufacturers · first FDA posting May 30, 2025 · last update Oct 14, 2026
Manufacturers: Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc., Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Company
Stated reasons (per FDA): Not stated
More info: FDA Drug Shortages Database · ASHP drug shortages list (search there for this drug)
Presentations
| Presentation | Manufacturer | Status | Reason | Notes (FDA) | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meperidine Hydrochloride, Injection, 25 mg/1 mL (NDC 0641-6052-25) | Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | Current Available |
— | Additional lots are scheduled to be manufactured. Product will be made available as it is released. | Posted May 30, 2025 Updated Oct 14, 2026 |
| Meperidine Hydrochloride, Injection, 50 mg/1 mL (NDC 0641-6053-25) | Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | Current Available |
— | Additional lots are scheduled to be manufactured. Product will be made available as it is released. | Posted May 30, 2025 Updated Oct 14, 2026 |
| Meperidine Hydrochloride, Injection, 100 mg/1 mL (NDC 0641-6054-25) | Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. | Current Available |
— | Additional lots are scheduled to be manufactured. Product will be made available as it is released. | Posted May 30, 2025 Updated Oct 14, 2026 |
| Demerol, Injection, 25 mg/1 mL (NDC 0409-1176-30) | Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Company | Current Available |
— | Posted May 30, 2025 Updated Oct 8, 2026 | |
| Demerol, Injection, 50 mg/1 mL (NDC 0409-1178-30) | Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Company | Current Available |
— | Posted May 30, 2025 Updated Oct 8, 2026 | |
| Demerol, Injection, 50 mg/1 mL (NDC 0409-1181-30) | Hospira, Inc., a Pfizer Company | Current Available |
— | Posted May 30, 2025 Updated Oct 8, 2026 |