Important Update on Baxter Plant Closure and IV Fluid Shortage:

This week, our partner, Baxter International, announced the closure of its largest plant in North Carolina, following severe flooding caused by Hurricane Helene.

Baxter’s North Cove facility was significantly impacted and is currently shutdown. Baxter is working closely with local, state, and federal officials to assess the damage and expedite the plant’s return to operation in order to minimize supply disruptions.

In the meantime, Baxter’s Medical Affairs team is actively managing the situation and implementing conservation measures to address immediate product shortages. For more information on the shortage, please refer to Baxter’s official annoucements found here and here.

Additionally, the ASHP has updated its recommendations for managing IV fluid shortages. You can find their latest guidance HERE.

Any questions related to this matter can be sent to MedInfo@Baxter.com. 

We thank you for your attention to this urgent matter and we will keep you updated as needed.

-INS