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Diabetes medication in Thailand

Metformin, SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 medicines are registered in Thailand. None of them are controlled substances.

Ingredients
6
Available in Thailand
6
Thai products on record
212
Controlled
0

Compare diabetes medicines in Thailand

IngredientKnown brandsIn ThailandThai productsControlledTravellers
MetforminBiguanide—Registered122NoAllowed
EmpagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorJardianceRegistered34NoAllowed
DapagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorForxigaRegistered16NoAllowed
SemaglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistOzempic, Wegovy, RybelsusRegistered23NoAllowed
TirzepatideGIP/GLP-1 receptor agonistMounjaroRegistered12NoAllowed
LiraglutideGLP-1 receptor agonistSaxenda, VictozaRegistered5NoAllowed

“Thai products” counts active Thai FDA registrations plus controlled medicines supplied under Narcotics Control Division permits. Last checked 30 September 2026.

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Questions

Which diabetes medicines are available in Thailand?

Metformin, Empagliflozin, Dapagliflozin, Semaglutide, Tirzepatide and Liraglutide are available in Thailand, with 212 Thai products between them on official Thai FDA records.

Are diabetes medicines controlled substances in Thailand?

No. None of the diabetes medicines listed here are narcotic or psychotropic substances under Thai law.

Can I bring diabetes medicines into Thailand?

Ordinary medicines (Metformin, Empagliflozin, Dapagliflozin, Semaglutide, Tirzepatide and Liraglutide) are allowed for personal use, up to 30 days’ supply with your prescription.

General information from official Thai FDA records, not medical advice. Medicines in the same category are not interchangeable, so talk to a doctor or pharmacist before you start, stop or switch a medicine. Medical disclaimer