Is Hydroxocobalamin Injection (Cyanokit) in shortage?
Yes. Hydroxocobalamin Injection is on FDA’s drug shortage list (unavailable), last updated Oct 1, 2026.
Why it’s in shortage
- Other
Every listed package
FDA tracks shortages per package. What each maker reports, most recently updated first:
- Hydroxocobalamin, Injection, 1000 MCG/ML, 30 ML Multi-Dose Vial (NDC 0591-2888-30)
Estimated recovery: October 2026
Maker contact: 800-545-8800
- Cyanokit, Injection, 5 g/250mL (NDC 50633-310-11)
Cyanokit is available to order. To address the drug shortage, BTG International Inc (a SERB Pharmaceuticals company) coordinated with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to make the following impacted batches available to U.S. patients during this period of shortage. More from the maker
Maker contact: 1 877 377 3784
Hydroxocobalamin Injection shortage questions
Is Hydroxocobalamin Injection (Cyanokit) in shortage?
Yes. Hydroxocobalamin Injection is on FDA’s drug shortage list (unavailable), last updated Oct 1, 2026.
Why is there a Hydroxocobalamin Injection shortage?
FDA records the reason as: Other.
What should I do if I can’t get Hydroxocobalamin Injection?
Don’t stop or ration it on your own. Ask your pharmacist whether another strength, package size or maker is in stock, and ask your prescriber about an alternative if none is.
Source: FDA Drug Shortages Database via openFDA. FDA notes that openFDA data is unvalidated and should not be used to make decisions about medical care; ask your pharmacist or prescriber before changing any medication. FDA Drug Shortages Database.