IV Fluid Shortage: Resource Center

Healthcare Supply Chain Resources During An IV Fluid Shortage

Hurricane Helene significantly impacted the largest producer of intravenous (IV) and peritoneal dialysis (PD) solutions in the United States: The Baxter International manufacturing facility in North Cove, North Carolina. Production has been halted until the situation is resolved.

Recent News

Get regular updates on the facility status, allocation strategies, and shortage mitigation strategies.

• Updated regularly: Baxter International; Hurricane Helene Updates
• 12/6/2024: Repertoire Magazine: Baxter Resumes Dialysis Solution Production At Its Hurricane-Hit Facility
• 12/5/2024: FDA; Medical Device Shortage List
• 12/5/2024: Becker’s Hospital Review; Shortage Of IV Containers Expected To Last Until March

The North Cove Facility:

Federal & Other Stakeholder Resources

• Fact Sheet: HHS Continues Taking Action to Increase Access & Supply of IV Fluids Following Hurricane Helene – 10/18/24
• Fact Sheet: Biden-Harris Administration Takes Action to Ensure Americans Can Access Medical Supplies Following Hurricanes Helene & Milton – 10/11/24
• HHS Secretary Becerra Letter to Healthcare Leaders, Stakeholders on Impacts of Hurricane Helene – 10/9/24
• FDA Guidance for Compounding Certain Drug Products in Response to IV Solutions Supply Disruption – 10/11/24
• American Society of Health-System Pharmacists: Suggestions for Management & Conservation of Small- and Large-Volume Fluid Shortages – updated 10/11/24
• FDA Information & Updates: CDER-Regulated Drug & Biologic Products – current as of 10/15/24
• CDC Guidelines: IV, PD Fluid Shortage – 10/12/24
• HHS Tip Sheet: IV Fluid Shortage Strategies – 10/9/24