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Active ShortageTier 3 — Critical

DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA

OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

This is a national manufacturer shortage report. It does not confirm whether the product is unavailable at your local pharmacy — call ahead or ask your pharmacist.

Quick answers

Is there a shortage of DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA in Canada?

Yes. DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA 4MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 9, 2026).

Why is DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

When will DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is December 31, 2026. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.

Can I still get this?Possibly — same-ingredient product records found
StatusActive Shortage
Same-ingredient products on file6 products
Expected resolution~3 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength4MG
Last updated2026-09-09

Other Products Containing the Same Active Ingredient

These are other Health Canada-approved human drug products containing the same active ingredient, not currently reported in shortage. Strength, dosage form, and route can still differ — ask your pharmacist whether any of these are appropriate for you. This isn't a guarantee of current stock.

Other Products

PMS-DEXAMETHASONE SOD PHOSPHATE INJ 4MG/ML

PHARMASCIENCE INC

4MG · DIN 00751863

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJECTION SDZ

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

4MG · DIN 02385678

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PMS-DEXAMETHASONE SOD PHOSPHATE INJ 10MG/ML

PHARMASCIENCE INC

10MG · DIN 00783900

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DECADRON PHOSPHATE EYE EAR SOL 0.1%

MERCK FROSST CANADA & CIE, MERCK FROSST CANADA & CO.

1MG · DIN 00016217

Different strengthSame dosage formDifferent routeNo current shortage

DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA

OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

10MG · DIN 02204274

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PHL-DEXAMETHASONE

PHARMEL INC

10MG · DIN 02260301

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

What this means

Does this mean my pharmacy is out of stock?

Not necessarily — a national shortage doesn't mean every pharmacy has run out. Some locations may still have stock, especially of a specific strength or pack size.

What should I do?

Contact your pharmacy before your current supply runs low, and ask your pharmacist about next steps if they're out.

DIN

02204266

Strength

4MG

Dosage Form

LIQUID

Route

SOFT TISSUE INJECTION INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR INTRALESIONAL INTRA-ARTICULAR

Active Ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE PHOSPHATE

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Product Monograph

Product monograph is not available from Health Canada

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Shortage Timeline

Approximate — based on the dates HPSC reports were last updated, not confirmed onset or resolution dates. Gaps between bars are periods with no shortage on file.

Active/anticipated Resolved

Shortage History