Drug shortage

Epinephrine Bitartrate · Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC

FDA drug shortage · Current · updated Sep 15, 2026

Key facts

Generic name Epinephrine Bitartrate, Lidocaine Hydrochloride Injection
Company Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Presentation Xylocaine, Injection, .005 mg/1 mL; 15 mg/1 mL (NDC 63323-488-17)
Dosage form Injection
Status Current
Reason for shortage Demand increase for the drug
Therapeutic category Anesthesia Pediatric
Package NDCs 63323-488-17
First posted Oct 14, 2016
Last updated Sep 15, 2026

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  • 10–99 FDA shortage records for this drug

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