Ordinary medicines
Allowed
Up to 30 days’ supply, in the original pack, with your prescription.
Metformin · Semaglutide · Sildenafil
Thai FDA data, in plain English
Check any medicine in Thailand
See whether a medicine is registered, needs a prescription, is a controlled substance, or can be brought in by travellers. Every answer comes from official Thai government sources.
Registered
Listed on the Thai FDA register
Prescription
Needs a doctor or pharmacist
Controlled
Psychotropic or restricted, so a permit may be needed
Prohibited
Category 1 narcotic, not allowed
Most-checked medicines
The medicines people search for most before buying one in Thailand or travelling with it.
| Medicine | Active ingredient | In Thailand |
|---|---|---|
| Ozempic | Semaglutide | Available |
| Mounjaro | Tirzepatide | Available |
| Ritalin | Methylphenidate | Available |
| Adderall | Amphetamine | No |
| Xanax | Alprazolam | Not under this name |
| Stilnox | Zolpidem | Not under this name |
| Tramadol | Generic | Available |
| Metformin | Generic | Available |
| Viagra | Sildenafil | Available |
| Propecia | Finasteride | Available |
From official Thai FDA records, last checked 30 September 2026. Each medicine page links to the source records.
Travelling to Thailand
Bringing medication into Thailand
Thailand splits medicines into three groups for travellers. Find out which group yours is in before you pack.
Psychotropic & narcotic
Permit may be needed
Psychotropics: up to 30 days with a prescription, more needs a permit. Narcotics always need a permit.
Methylphenidate · Zolpidem · Alprazolam
Category 1 narcotics
Not allowed
Cannot be brought in, even with a foreign prescription.
Amphetamine (Adderall) · Methamphetamine
Browse by category
Compare the medicines registered in Thailand for the same condition, including local brand names.
- ADHD medication19 Thai productsMethylphenidate, Lisdexamfetamine, Atomoxetine
- Weight loss & GLP-144 Thai productsSemaglutide, Tirzepatide, Liraglutide
- Sleeping tablets4 Thai productsZolpidem, Zopiclone, Melatonin
- Anxiety & benzodiazepines111 Thai productsAlprazolam, Diazepam, Clonazepam
- Pain relief369 Thai productsIbuprofen, Tramadol, Codeine
- Diabetes212 Thai productsMetformin, Empagliflozin, Dapagliflozin
- Antidepressants77 Thai productsSertraline, Fluoxetine, Escitalopram
- Men's health31 Thai productsSildenafil, Tadalafil
- Hair loss62 Thai productsFinasteride, Minoxidil
- Contraception60 Thai productsLevonorgestrel, Desogestrel
- Antibiotics485 Thai productsAmoxicillin, Doxycycline, Azithromycin
- Malaria & travel health87 Thai productsAtovaquone, Doxycycline, Mefloquine
What every medicine page answers
One page per medicine, built from official records
- Is it available in Thailand? Thai FDA registration status and every registered product.
- What is it called here? Thai and English trade names, strengths and manufacturers.
- Do I need a prescription? The Thai legal classification in plain English.
- Is it controlled? Narcotic or psychotropic category, where one applies.
- Can I bring it in? Traveller rules and permit links for that ingredient.
- What are the alternatives? Other Thai registered products with the same ingredient or use.
Where the data comes from
- Thai FDA medicine registerMedicine registrations, trade names, active ingredients, registration numbers
- Thai FDA Narcotics Control DivisionNarcotic and psychotropic categories, and permits for controlled medicines
- Thai FDA Permit for TravellerControlled-medicine checks and traveller permit applications
Every page lists its sources and the date they were last checked. How we build our pages →
Guides
Plain-English explainers on Thai medicine rules, written from official sources.
Travel
Bringing medication to Thailand
The 30-day personal-use rule, what paperwork to carry, and which medicines need a permit.
LawControlled drugs in Thailand
How Thai narcotic and psychotropic categories work, and what each means for patients.
CannabisIs cannabis legal in Thailand?
Weed, THC and CBD rules in 2026: prescriptions, tourists, bringing products in, and the new medical-only bill.
PharmaciesPrescription medicine in Thailand
What pharmacies can sell over the counter, and when you need to see a doctor.
How-toHow to search the Thai FDA database
Look up a registration number, Thai trade name or active ingredient yourself.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my prescription medicine into Thailand?
For most ordinary medicines, yes. The Thai FDA allows travellers to bring a quantity for personal use of up to 30 days, in the original packaging, with the prescription or a doctor’s letter. Psychotropic medicines need a Thai FDA permit for more than 30 days’ supply, narcotic medicines always need one, and Category 1 substances are not allowed at all.
How do I know if a medicine is controlled in Thailand?
Search the medicine or its active ingredient on DrugsThailand. Each page shows whether the ingredient appears in a Thai narcotic or psychotropic category, what that category means, and links to the official Thai FDA traveller permit service.
Can I buy medicine at a Thai pharmacy without a prescription?
Some medicines are sold by pharmacists without a prescription, while others must be dispensed against a doctor’s prescription, and controlled medicines are tightly restricted. Each medicine page shows the Thai classification so you know what to expect.
Where does DrugsThailand get its data?
Registration details come from the Thai FDA’s public medicine database, which records Thai and English trade names, active ingredients, registration numbers and licence holders. Controlled status comes from the Thai FDA Narcotics Control Division. Every page lists its sources and when they were last checked.
Is a medicine sold under the same brand name in Thailand?
Not always. The same active ingredient is often sold under a different brand in Thailand. Search by active ingredient (for example semaglutide rather than Ozempic) to see every Thai registered product that contains it.