Shortage of 50% dextrose for injection

The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists reports a shortage of 50% dextrose for injection. Hospira gives no reason for the shortage beyond "manufacturing delays." If a person is in insulin shock, injection of this concentrated dextrose solution is key to their recovery to normal blood sugar levels. Secondly, if a person cannot take food by mouth, or food intake is inadequate for some reason, 50% dextrose is an important supplement. Third, if someone suffers from edema and/or is having circulatory problems, the dextrose concentrate delivers a lot of calories without loading their system down with a lot of water as well.