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JP ATC D10AA03 · updated 2 Nov 2026
Dexamethasone shortage in Japan
Is there a Dexamethasone shortage in Japan?
Yes. As of 2 Nov 2026, 6 Dexamethasone products are reported short in Japan, the first since 22 Sep 2025. No return date has been given. Main reason: increased demand.
Not reported short in any other country we track. All countries.
Affected products in Japan
| 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 |
Source
MHLW (Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare), supply status of prescription medicines. Official list. Prescription products under limited shipment or supply suspension (delistings excluded); one row per product.