DEXAMETHASONE OMEGA UNIDOSE
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 UNIDOSE in Canada?
Yes. DEXAMETHASONE OMEGA UNIDOSE 10MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated September 9, 2026).
Why is DEXAMETHASONE OMEGA UNIDOSE not available?
The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.
When will DEXAMETHASONE OMEGA UNIDOSE be available again?
The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is May 31, 2027. This is an estimate and can change; follow this page to get an email when the status changes.
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.
Closest Matches
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JUNO PHARMACEUTICALS CORP.
DEXAMETHASONE UNIDOSE
JUNO PHARMACEUTICALS CORP.
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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
02387743
Strength
10MG
Dosage Form
SOLUTION
Route
INTRAVENOUS INTRASYNOVIAL INTRAMUSCULAR
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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.
Shortage History
Other Products from OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED
Other Health Canada-approved products made by the same manufacturer — not necessarily related to this shortage, and not necessarily in shortage themselves.
9MG · DIN 02150204
250MG · DIN 02486717
25MG · DIN 00582662
50MG · DIN 00582654
DIN 02251477
20% · DIN 00658413
0.5% · DIN 01936441
1MG · DIN 02238903
7.5MG · DIN 02512424
20MG · DIN 02526778
20MG · DIN 02526751
222MG · DIN 02056429