Metronidazole Injection shortage
Current 4 presentations · 3 manufacturers · first FDA posting Jan 13, 2022 · last update Oct 6, 2026
Manufacturers: Baxter Healthcare, Gland Pharma Limited, InfoRLife SA
Stated reasons (per FDA): Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drug; Other
More info: FDA Drug Shortages Database · ASHP drug shortages list (search there for this drug)
Presentations
| Presentation | Manufacturer | Status | Reason | Notes (FDA) | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagyl I.v. Rtu In Plastic Container, Injection, 500 mg/100 mL (NDC 0338-1055-48) | Baxter Healthcare | Current Available |
— | Posted Jan 13, 2022 Updated Oct 2, 2026 | |
| Metronidazole In Plastic Container, Injection, 500 mg/100 mL (NDC 47335-993-01) | Gland Pharma Limited | Current Unavailable |
Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drug | Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drug | Posted Jan 13, 2022 Updated Jul 22, 2026 |
| Metronidazole in Flexible Container, Injection, 500 mg/100 mL (NDC 0409-0152-24) | InfoRLife SA | Current Limited Availability |
Other | Labeler: Hospira Inc. | Posted Jan 13, 2022 Updated Oct 6, 2026 |
| Metronidazole, Injection, 500 mg/100 mL (NDC 25021-131-82) | InfoRLife SA | Current Limited Availability |
Other | Estimated recovery: November 2026; Marketed by Sagent Pharmaceuticals | Posted Jan 13, 2022 Updated Oct 6, 2026 |