What shape and dimensions does the Ozurdex (dexamethasone) implant have?

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The Ozurdex (dexamethasone) implant is rod-shaped, approximately 0.46 mm in diameter and 6 mm long, and is not visible within its disposable injection device.

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OzurdexAbbVie Ltd · emc · SmPC §3 Pharmaceutical form · Version 17Document updated 19 June 2026

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What shape and dimensions does the Ozurdex (dexamethasone) implant have?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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The Ozurdex (dexamethasone) implant is rod-shaped, approximately 0.46 mm in diameter and 6 mm long, and is not visible within its disposable injection device.

Sources for this answer

OzurdexAbbVie Ltd · emc · SmPC §3 Pharmaceutical form · Version 17Document updated 19 June 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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