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FDA drug shortage status

Is Icosapent Ethyl Capsule in shortage?

Icosapent Ethyl Capsule is listed by FDA as being discontinued by at least one maker (updated Apr 1, 2026).

Being discontinuedFDA status
2packages listed
0unavailable

Every listed package

FDA tracks shortages per package. What each maker reports, most recently updated first:

  • Icosapent Ethyl, Capsule, 1 g (NDC 60429-005-12)
    Apotex Corp.Being discontinuedUpdated Apr 1, 2026Discontinued Apr 1, 2026

    Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drug

    Maker contact: 800-706-5575

  • Icosapent Ethyl, Capsule, 1 g (NDC 61474-9711-1)
    Apotex Corp.Being discontinuedUpdated Apr 1, 2026Discontinued Apr 1, 2026

    Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drug

    Maker contact: 800-706-5575

Icosapent Ethyl Capsule shortage questions

Is Icosapent Ethyl Capsule in shortage?

Icosapent Ethyl Capsule is listed by FDA as being discontinued by at least one maker (updated Apr 1, 2026).

What should I do if I can’t get Icosapent Ethyl Capsule?

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.