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Alteplase Injection

Brand names: Activase

Category: Cardiovascular, Hematology, Neurology

Not specified 1

FDA status: To Be Discontinued · Last FDA update: May 21, 2026 · First posted: May 21, 2026 · 1 manufacturers, 1 listed presentations

As of May 21, 2026, the FDA lists Alteplase Injection as being discontinued. Of 1 manufacturer presentations, 1 Not specified.

Ask your pharmacist: which of the 1 manufacturers below can they order right now, and whether a different strength or form of Alteplase Injection is available. For alternatives, talk to your prescriber — see what to do if your medication is in shortage.
Presentation & package NDCManufacturerAvailabilityFDA note
Activase, Injection, 1 KIT in 1 CARTON (50242-085-27) * 100 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE-USE * 100 mL in 1 VIAL, SINGLE USE (NDC 50242-085-27)
NDC 50242-085-27
Genentech, Inc Not specified Discontinuation of the 100mg vial configuration

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FDA data last synced Oct 1, 2026 (FDA record dated Sep 30, 2026).