Liraglutide Injection Shortage: Victoza Supply Limited While Saxenda Remains Available

Source: FDA · United States

According to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates, the CDC PLACES population-level health analysis, and the CMS Hospital Compare quality data, Areazine publishes editorial articles drawing on more than 19,000 U.S. city profiles. See our methodology for full source attribution and refresh cadence.

The FDA reports ongoing supply challenges for Liraglutide injections, specifically affecting Victoza, while other versions remain available for patients.

What this FDA drug-shortage notice tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by FDA on February 11, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Drug Shortages — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

Most readers skim a notice like this, check whether they are personally affected, and move on. The more useful lens is to read it as a data point about the issuing system: how quickly FDA detected the hazard, how precise the geographic or product-identifier scope is, and whether similar notices have clustered in the same category or region in the last 90 days. Cluster patterns frequently precede a broader regulatory action — a single localized FDA drug-shortage notice is isolated; three of them within a quarter often indicate a supply-chain, infrastructure, or seasonal driver that will keep producing notices until something structural changes.

For decision-making, Areazine pairs each alert with the original agency URL, the full agency name, and a timestamp so you can verify the notice against the primary source before acting on it. Tags on this item (drug-shortage, fda, medication, Liraglutide) map to related alerts in the same area of risk — browsing them together gives a clearer picture than any single notice alone, because the shape of an ongoing issue only becomes visible across multiple sequential alerts.

What's in Shortage

Liraglutide injection, a medication used in the therapeutic category of Endocrinology and Metabolism, is currently listed on the FDA drug shortage database. The shortage specifically impacts certain presentations of the medication, including the brand name Victoza. The dosage form affected is the 6 mg/1 mL injection.

This shortage was first posted on July 18, 2023, and was most recently updated on February 1, 2026.

Which Manufacturers Are Affected

Novo Nordisk, Inc. is the primary manufacturer for these products. The availability status varies by specific product and NDC number:

  • Victoza (Liraglutide) Injection, 6 mg/1 mL (NDC 0169-4060-12 and 0169-4060-13): Limited Availability. The estimated duration for this shortage is currently to be determined (TBD).
  • Saxenda (Liraglutide) Injection, 6 mg/1 mL (NDC 0169-2800-15): Available.
  • Liraglutide Injection, 6 mg/1 mL (NDC 0480-3667-22 and 0480-3667-20): Available (Distributed by Teva).

Patients or healthcare providers seeking more information can contact Novo Nordisk, Inc. at 833-493-4689.

Why There's a Shortage

The FDA source data does not provide a specific reason for the limited availability of Victoza at this time.

What Patients Should Do

If you are currently prescribed Victoza or another form of Liraglutide, please consider the following steps:

  • Consult your healthcare provider: Discuss your treatment plan and any concerns regarding medication availability. Do not make changes to your medication regimen without professional medical guidance.
  • Speak with your pharmacist: Your pharmacist can provide the most current information on local stock levels and potential fulfillment timelines.
  • Contact the manufacturer: You may reach out to Novo Nordisk at 833-493-4689 for updates on supply status.

Source

Information provided by the FDA Drug Shortage Database.

Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗

All Drug Shortages →

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this FDA drug-shortage notice.

What is this FDA drug-shortage notice about?
The FDA reports ongoing supply challenges for Liraglutide injections, specifically affecting Victoza, while other versions remain available for patients.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FDA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with FDA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Drug Shortages updates?
Browse the full Drug Shortages feed on Areazine at areazine.com/drug-shortages/ for the latest updates from FDA and other agencies.