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Glugenmin (metformin)

Metformin · Biguanide

Used for: Type 2 diabetes.

Thai name: กลูเยนมิน

Diabetes

Summarize this drug with:
Available in Thailand
YesGlugenmin is registered in Thailand
Active ingredient
MetforminBiguanide
Prescription
Pharmacist only (no prescription needed)
Controlled substance
NoNot narcotic or psychotropic
Bringing it in
AllowedTraveller rules

Source: Thai FDA official records · Last checked

What is Glugenmin?

Glugenmin is a brand of metformin sold in Thailand. Metformin is a biguanide used for type 2 diabetes. It is registered with the Thai FDA as film-coated tablet, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท เยนเนอร์ราลดรั๊กส์เฮ้าส์ จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for metformin by name.

Is Glugenmin available in Thailand?

Yes. Glugenmin is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 1 active registration, held by บริษัท เยนเนอร์ราลดรั๊กส์เฮ้าส์ จำกัด. Registration means the product is licensed for sale in Thailand. It does not guarantee that a particular pharmacy has it in stock.

Thai FDA registered products: Glugenmin

1 active registration on the Thai FDA medicine register. Select a registration number to open the official record.

ProductFormLegal classRegistration no.Licence holder
GLUGENMINกลูเยนมินfilm - coated tabletPharmacist1A 844/42 บริษัท เยนเนอร์ราลดรั๊กส์เฮ้าส์ จำกัด

Do I need a prescription for Glugenmin in Thailand?

Not necessarily. Glugenmin is classed as a dangerous drug (ยาอันตราย) under the Thai Drugs Act. This means it must be sold by a pharmacist in a licensed pharmacy, but a doctor’s prescription is not legally required.

Can I bring Glugenmin into Thailand?

Allowed

Allowed for personal use: up to 30 days’ supply

  • Bring no more than 30 days’ supply for your own use.
  • Keep it in the original container.
  • Carry your prescription or a doctor’s letter.
  • Medicines cannot be posted or shipped to you in Thailand. The 30-day allowance applies to medicines you carry.

Legal basis: Drugs Act B.E. 2510 (1967), section 13(4). Thai FDA: FAQs on medicines (Drugs Act B.E. 2510, s.13(4))

Is Glugenmin a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?

No. Glugenmin (metformin) is not a narcotic or psychotropic substance in Thailand. On the Thai FDA list it appears in the “others” group. The ordinary medicine rules apply.

Other metformin products in Thailand

These contain the same active ingredient as Glugenmin. They are not necessarily interchangeable: strength, form and approved uses can differ, so talk to your doctor before switching.

    Thai brand names for metformin

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    See every metformin product in Thailand → · Thai brand names A–Z

    Sources

    Registration numbers link to the Thai FDA’s public record for each product. Spotted something out of date? Report a correction.

    General information only, not medical or legal advice. Rules change, so confirm with the Thai FDA or a pharmacist before you buy, take or travel with a medicine. Medical disclaimer