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Active ShortageTier 3 — Critical

DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJECTION, USP

STERIMAX INC

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 INJECTION, USP in Canada?

Yes. DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJECTION, USP 4MG has an active shortage reported to Health Canada (last updated August 19, 2026).

Why is DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJECTION, USP not available?

The reason the manufacturer reported: Demand increase for the drug.

When will DEXAMETHASONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE INJECTION, USP be available again?

The manufacturer's estimated resolution date is November 30, 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~2 months remaining (estimate)
Affected strength4MG
Last updated2026-08-19

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, USP

STRIDES PHARMA CANADA INC

4MG · DIN 02412888

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 strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

PHL-DEXAMETHASONE

PHARMEL INC

10MG · DIN 02260301

Different strengthDifferent dosage formSame routeNo current shortage

DEXAMETHASONE

JUNO PHARMACEUTICALS CORP.

10MG · DIN 02545780

Different strengthDifferent 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.

Estimated Resolution

2026-11-30

~2 months remaining (estimate)

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

DIN

01977547

Strength

4MG

Dosage Form

SOLUTION LIQUID

Route

INTRAVENOUS INTRAMUSCULAR INTRA-ARTICULAR

Active Ingredient

DEXAMETHASONE PHOSPHATE

Tier

Tier 3 — Critical

Last Updated

2026-08-19

Reason for Shortage

Demand increase for the drug.