Kombiglyze (metformin)

Metformin · Biguanide

Used for: Type 2 diabetes.

Diabetes

Available in Thailand
YesKombiglyze is registered in Thailand
Active ingredient
MetforminBiguanide
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 Kombiglyze?

Kombiglyze is a brand of metformin sold in Thailand. Metformin is a biguanide used for type 2 diabetes. It is registered with the Thai FDA in 2.5 mg, 5 mg as film-coated tablet, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท แอสตร้าเซนเนก้า (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for metformin by name.

Is Kombiglyze available in Thailand?

Yes. Kombiglyze is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 4 active registrations (2.5 mg, 5 mg), held by บริษัท แอสตร้าเซนเนก้า (ประเทศไทย) 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: Kombiglyze

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

Registrations
ProductFormLegal classRegistration no.Licence holder
KOMBIGLYZE XR (TABLETS 2.5 MG/1000 MG)-film - coated tabletPrescription2C 28/57 (NC) บริษัท แอสตร้าเซนเนก้า (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด
KOMBIGLYZE XR (TABLETS 5 MG/500 MG)-film - coated tabletPrescription2C 29/57 (NC) บริษัท แอสตร้าเซนเนก้า (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด
KOMBIGLYZE XR (TABLETS 5 MG/1000 MG)-film - coated tabletPharmacist2C 30/57 (N) บริษัท แอสตร้าเซนเนก้า (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด
KOMBIGLYZE XR (TABLETS 5 MG/1000 MG)-film - coated tabletPrescription2C 30/57 (NC) บริษัท แอสตร้าเซนเนก้า (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด

Do I need a prescription for Kombiglyze in Thailand?

It depends on the product. Some Thai metformin 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 Kombiglyze 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 Kombiglyze a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?

No. Kombiglyze (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 Kombiglyze. 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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    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