Is Lovenox Still in Shortage in 2026?

If you've been prescribed Lovenox (Enoxaparin) and had trouble filling your prescription, you're dealing with a problem that's been building for years. Enoxaparin has experienced intermittent supply disruptions since around 2019, and while the situation has improved at times, certain strengths and certain regions continue to be affected heading into 2026.

The short answer: Enoxaparin is not completely out of stock everywhere, but specific syringe strengths — particularly 40 mg and 60 mg prefilled syringes — remain harder to find than others. Supply varies significantly by pharmacy, region, and distributor.

Here's what you need to know right now.

Why Is Lovenox Hard to Find?

Several factors have contributed to the ongoing supply challenges with Enoxaparin:

• Complex manufacturing: Enoxaparin is derived from pig intestinal mucosa and requires specialized sterile injectable production facilities. This limits the number of manufacturers and makes production disruptions harder to recover from.
• Limited generic producers: While generic Enoxaparin exists, only a handful of companies manufacture it. Production issues at even one facility can create nationwide shortages.
• Increased demand: Growing use in surgical prophylaxis, cancer patients, and pregnancy anticoagulation has pushed demand higher.
• Supply chain fragility: Global disruptions to pharmaceutical supply chains have affected many injectable medications, including Enoxaparin.

For a deeper dive, read our explainer: Why Is Lovenox So Hard to Find?

How Much Does Lovenox Cost in 2026?

Cost is a real concern for patients, especially those without good insurance coverage. Here's what you can expect:

• Brand-name Lovenox: Can run $400–$600+ for a month's supply at cash price
• Generic Enoxaparin: Typically $30–$150 for a 30-day supply depending on dose, with discount card prices as low as $25–$80
• With insurance: Most plans cover generic Enoxaparin with a typical copay of $10–$50

If cost is a barrier, check out our comprehensive guide: How to Save Money on Lovenox in 2026.

Are There New Options for Patients?

While no brand-new LMWH products have launched recently, patients do have more options than just Enoxaparin:

• Dalteparin (Fragmin): Another injectable LMWH with similar uses, especially strong for cancer-related clots
• Fondaparinux (Arixtra): A synthetic injectable anticoagulant — good option for patients who can't tolerate heparin products
• Oral anticoagulants: Drugs like Rivaroxaban (Xarelto) and Apixaban (Eliquis) offer pill-form alternatives for many (but not all) of the conditions Enoxaparin treats

Read the full comparison: Alternatives to Lovenox If You Can't Fill Your Prescription.

How to Find Lovenox in Stock Right Now

If you need Enoxaparin and your pharmacy is out, here's what to do:

1. Check Medfinder for real-time pharmacy stock near you
2. Call independent and specialty pharmacies — they often have different supply chains than big chains
3. Ask about the multi-dose vial (300 mg/3 mL) if prefilled syringes are unavailable
4. Ask your doctor about alternative strengths that may be in better supply
5. Contact your doctor about switching if Enoxaparin remains unavailable for more than a few days

For detailed strategies, see: How to Find Lovenox in Stock Near You.

Final Thoughts

The Lovenox shortage situation in 2026 is frustrating but manageable. Most patients can find Enoxaparin with some extra effort — especially by using tools like Medfinder and thinking beyond the big chain pharmacies.

The most important thing is to stay on your anticoagulation therapy. Don't skip doses or stop treatment without talking to your doctor. If Enoxaparin truly isn't available, your prescriber can work with you to find a safe alternative.

Stay informed by bookmarking this page — we'll continue updating it as the shortage situation evolves. And for more about side effects to watch for, read Lovenox Side Effects: What to Expect and When to Call Your Doctor.