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Viatris and Amneal Expand Estradiol Production to Ease Shortages

By Drooid · Oct 28, 2026 · How we work

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Viatris and Amneal are expanding estradiol production to alleviate shortages.
The FDA has collaborated with manufacturers since September to boost estradiol supplies.
Demand for hormone therapy rose after the FDA removed a boxed warning last year.
Viatris added a 24-hour shift at its St. Albans, Vermont plant.
Amneal is increasing production after demand surged following the warning removal.

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Viatris and Amneal are expanding estradiol production to alleviate shortages.
The FDA has collaborated with manufacturers since September to boost estradiol supplies.
Demand for hormone therapy rose after the FDA removed a boxed warning last year.
Viatris added a 24-hour shift at its St. Albans, Vermont plant.
Amneal is increasing production after demand surged following the warning removal.