Glyxambi (empagliflozin)

Empagliflozin · SGLT2 inhibitor

Used for: Type 2 diabetes, heart failure and chronic kidney disease.

Thai name: กลีแซมบี

Diabetes

Available in Thailand
YesGlyxambi is registered in Thailand
Active ingredient
EmpagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitor
Prescription
Depends on the productDifferent Thai products with this ingredient have different legal classes. See the table below.
Controlled substance
NoNot narcotic or psychotropic
Bringing it in
AllowedTraveller rules

Source: Thai FDA official records · Last checked

What is Glyxambi?

Glyxambi is a brand of empagliflozin sold in Thailand. Empagliflozin is an SGLT2 inhibitor used for type 2 diabetes, heart failure and chronic kidney disease. It is registered with the Thai FDA in 10 mg, 25 mg as film-coated tablet, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท เบอริงเกอร์ อินเกลไฮม์ (ไทย) จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for empagliflozin by name (other brands include Jardiance).

Is Glyxambi available in Thailand?

Yes. Glyxambi is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 3 active registrations (10 mg, 25 mg), held by บริษัท เบอริงเกอร์ อินเกลไฮม์ (ไทย) 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: Glyxambi

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

Registrations
ProductFormLegal classRegistration no.Licence holder
GLYXAMBI 10 MG/5 MGกลีแซมบี 10 มก./5 มก.film-coated tabletPharmacist2C 15/60 (N) บริษัท เบอริงเกอร์ อินเกลไฮม์ (ไทย) จำกัด
GLYXAMBI 10 MG/5 MGกลีแซมบี 10 มก./5 มก.film - coated tabletPrescription2C 15/60 (NC) บริษัท เบอริงเกอร์ อินเกลไฮม์ (ไทย) จำกัด
GLYXAMBI 25 MG/5 MGกลีแซมบี 25 มก./5 มก.film-coated tabletPharmacist2C 16/60 (N) บริษัท เบอริงเกอร์ อินเกลไฮม์ (ไทย) จำกัด

Do I need a prescription for Glyxambi in Thailand?

It depends on the product. Some Thai empagliflozin products are specially controlled drugs (prescription only) and others are dangerous drugs (pharmacist only, no prescription needed). Check the legal class of each product in the table below.

Can I bring Glyxambi 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.

Is Glyxambi a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?

No. Glyxambi (empagliflozin) 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 empagliflozin products in Thailand

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

Thai brand names for empagliflozin

See every empagliflozin 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