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 2, 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 file3 products · 1 same form & route

Expected resolution~2 months remaining (estimate)

Affected strength4MG

Report last updated2026-09-02

Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

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

DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJ USP 4MG/ML

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

4MG · DIN 00664227

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJECTION, USP

STERIMAX INC

4MG · DIN 01977547

Same strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA

OMEGA LABORATORIES LIMITED

10MG · DIN 02204274

Different strengthSame dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

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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?

Health Canada classes this as a Tier 3 shortage, its highest-impact category. If you rely on this medication, talk to your pharmacist or care team now rather than waiting for your supply to run low. This product is usually given in a hospital or clinic, where the pharmacy team manages supply. If you're scheduled to receive it, ask your care team.

Estimated Resolution

2026-12-31

~2 months remaining (estimate)

This is the manufacturer's estimated date, not a guarantee — actual resolution may come earlier or later.

Have you checked a pharmacy recently?

No community reports yet — be the first to share what you found.

Community reports are not verified by a pharmacy and may reflect a small sample size. This is not a guarantee of current stock.

DIN

02204266

Strength

4MG

Dosage Form

LIQUID

Route

SOFT TISSUE INJECTION INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR INTRALESIONAL INTRA-ARTICULAR

Active Ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE PHOSPHATE

Tier

Tier 3 — Critical

Last Updated

2026-09-02

Reason for Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

Source

View original report on healthproductshortages.ca ↗

Past Reports for This Drug

DEXAMETHASONE-OMEGA has 3 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.

2026-10-27

Active Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.

2026-09-09

Active Shortage

Disruption of the manufacture of the drug.

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.

0.9% SODIUM CHLORIDE INJECTION USP

9MG · DIN 02150204

AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION

250MG · DIN 02486717

AMINOPHYLLINE INJ 25MG/ML

25MG · DIN 00582662

AMINOPHYLLINE INJ 50MG/ML

50MG · DIN 00582654

BAXEDIN 2% - 70%

DIN 02251477

BAXEDIN LIQ 20%

20% · DIN 00658413