FDA declares IV fluid shortage in the wake of Helene

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Friday declared shortages of three intravenous drugs produced at a North Carolina plant that has been temporarily shut down due to the devastation from Hurricane Helene.

Confirming concerns that sprang up after the storm, the FDA declared shortages of Dextrose 70% IV Solution, Lactated Ringers IV Solution and Peritoneal Dialysis Solution.

Both Dextrose 70% IV Solution and Lactated Ringers IV Solution are used to rehydrate patients....