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ATC D10AA03 · Corticosteroids, Combinations for Treatment of Acne · updated 2 Nov 2026
Dexamethasone shortage
As of 2 Nov 2026, Dexamethasone has a reported shortage in 1 of the 16 countries we track (Japan), covering 6 products from 2 companies.
Is there a Dexamethasone shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Dexamethasone is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
Timeline
Solid bars run from the reported start to today; faded bars show the time left until the expected return. An arrow means no return date was given.
Which companies are short
products short, all countriesListed: Sandoz SDZ · SIX Swiss, Fuji Pharma 4554 · Tokyo
Affected products
| Country | Product | Company | Since | Expected back | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP | オルガドロン注射液1.9mg limited | Sandoz | 22 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | オルガドロン注射液19mg limited | Sandoz | 22 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | オルガドロン注射液3.8mg limited | Sandoz | 22 Sep 2025 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デキサート注射液1.65mg limited | Fuji Pharma | 10 Apr 2026 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デキサート注射液3.3mg limited | Fuji Pharma | 10 Apr 2026 | not given | Increased demand |
| JP | デキサート注射液6.6mg limited | Fuji Pharma | 10 Apr 2026 | not given | Increased demand |
"Expected back" is the date the company gave the authority, when it gave one. Ask a pharmacist about alternatives.
Questions
Is there a Dexamethasone shortage?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, Dexamethasone is reported short in 1 of the 16 countries we track: Japan. No company has given a return date.
When will Dexamethasone be back in stock?
No return date has been given; Japan: no date given. These are company estimates reported to each authority.
Why is Dexamethasone in short supply?
The most common reason reported is: increased demand. Reasons by product are listed in the table below.
Which companies have Dexamethasone shortages?
Sandoz, Fuji Pharma.