Triamcinolone Hexacetonide Injection Shortage
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FDA reports current shortage of Triamcinolone Hexacetonide Injection from Medexus due to shipping delay, with no estimated recovery date.
What this FDA drug-shortage notice tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by FDA on June 6, 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.
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What's in Shortage
Triamcinolone Hexacetonide Injection (dosage form: Injection), therapeutic category: Rheumatology. Status: Current. Initial posting date: 05/04/2021. Last updated: 05/27/2026.
Which Manufacturers Are Affected
- Medexus: Unavailable. Presentation: Hexatrione, Injection, 40 mg/2 mL (NDC 59137-570-01). Estimated recovery: TBD. Contact: 1-855-336-3322 Option 9.
Why There's a Shortage
Delay in shipping of the drug.
What Patients Should Do
Patients should talk to their pharmacist, ask about alternatives if appropriate, and contact the manufacturer for current availability. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice. Do not make changes to medication without professional guidance.
Source
FDA Drug Shortage Database
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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