Is Paricalcitol Capsule (Zemplar) in shortage?
Paricalcitol Capsule is listed by FDA as being discontinued by at least one maker (updated Oct 7, 2025).
Every listed package
FDA tracks shortages per package. What each maker reports, most recently updated first:
- Zemplar, Capsule, 1 ug (NDC 0074-9036-30)
Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drug
Maker contact: 800-633-9110
- Zemplar, Capsule, 2 ug (NDC 0074-9037-30)
Discontinuation of the manufacture of the drug
Maker contact: 800-633-9110
FDA recalls of Paricalcitol
Recalls can cause or worsen a shortage. These FDA drug recalls share an active ingredient with Paricalcitol Capsule:
- AbbVie Inc. recalls Zemplar (paricalcitol) capsules, 1 mcg, 30-count bottle, Rx Only, Mfd for AbbVie Inc. North Chicago, IL 60064, NDC
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. recalls Paricalcitol Capsules, 4 mcg, 30 capsules per bottle, Rx Only, Mfd by: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupally,
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. recalls Paricalcitol Capsules, 2 mcg, 30 capsules per bottle, Rx Only, Mfd by: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupally,
- Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. recalls Paricalcitol Capsules, 1 mcg, 30 capsules per bottle, Rx Only, Mfd by: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited, Bachupally,
- Abbott Laboratories recalls Zemplar (paricalcitol) Injection, 5 mcg/mL in 2 mL multi-dose vials, 25 vial carton, Rx only, Manufactured by Hospira,
Paricalcitol Capsule shortage questions
Is Paricalcitol Capsule (Zemplar) in shortage?
Paricalcitol Capsule is listed by FDA as being discontinued by at least one maker (updated Oct 7, 2025).
What should I do if I can’t get Paricalcitol 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.