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ResolvedTier 3 — Critical

DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJ USP 4MG/ML

SANDOZ CANADA INCORPORATED

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 SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJ USP 4MG/ML in Canada?

Not currently. The most recent shortage report for DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJ USP 4MG/ML is marked resolved (last updated October 5, 2026).

Can I still get this?Check with your pharmacist
StatusResolved
Same-ingredient products on fileNone found
Affected strength4MG
Report last updated2026-10-05
Checked by MedShort2026-11-12

What this means

Does this mean the shortage is completely over everywhere?

It means this specific report has been marked resolved or was avoided — but some individual pharmacies may still take time to restock.

What should I do?

If your pharmacy still doesn't have it, check with them directly — supply is expected to be normalizing.

DIN

00664227

Strength

4MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION

Route

INTRAVENOUS INTRASYNOVIAL INTRAMUSCULAR

Active Ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE PHOSPHATE

Tier

Tier 3 — Critical

Last Updated

2026-10-05

Reason for Shortage

Requirements related to complying with good manufacturing practices.

Past Reports for This Drug

DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJ USP 4MG/ML has 2 shortage/discontinuation reports on file — this is one of them.