FDA says shortage of empty IV bags expected to last through March
The Food and Drug Administration Dec. 4 announced empty IV bags have been added to its Medical Device Shortages List, and that the shortage is estimated to last through March. Bags of all sizes are in shortage due to increased demand, FDA said.
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