Neurontin (gabapentin)
Gabapentin · Anticonvulsant (gabapentinoid)
Used for: Nerve pain and epilepsy.
Thai name: นิวรอนติน
- Available in Thailand
- YesNeurontin is registered in Thailand
- Active ingredient
- GabapentinAnticonvulsant (gabapentinoid)
- 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 Neurontin?
Neurontin is a brand of gabapentin sold in Thailand. Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant (gabapentinoid) used for nerve pain and epilepsy. It is registered with the Thai FDA in 100 mg, 300 mg, 400 mg, 600 mg as capsule, hard, film-coated tablet, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท เวียร์ทริศ (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for gabapentin by name.
Is Neurontin available in Thailand?
Yes. Neurontin is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 4 active registrations (100 mg, 300 mg, 400 mg, 600 mg), held by บริษัท เวียร์ทริศ (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: Neurontin
4 active registrations on the Thai FDA medicine register. Select a registration number to open the official record.
Registrations
| Product | Form | Legal class | Registration no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEURONTIN (CAPSULES 100 MG)นิวรอนติน (100 มก.) | capsule, hard | Pharmacist | 1C 67/63 (N) |
| NEURONTIN (CAPSULES 300 MG)นิวรอนติน (300 มก.) | capsule, hard | Pharmacist | 1C 68/63 (N) |
| NEURONTIN (CAPSULES 400 MG)นิวรอนติน (400 มก.) | capsule, hard | Pharmacist | 1C 69/63 (N) |
| NEURONTIN (TABLETS 600 MG)- | film-coated tablet | Pharmacist | 1C 70/63 (N) |
Do I need a prescription for Neurontin in Thailand?
Not necessarily. Neurontin 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 Neurontin 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 Neurontin a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?
No. Neurontin (gabapentin) 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 gabapentin products in Thailand
These contain the same active ingredient as Neurontin. They are not necessarily interchangeable: strength, form and approved uses can differ, so talk to your doctor before switching.
Thai brand names for gabapentin
- Berlontin
- G-Pentin
- Gabanil
- Gabantin
- Gabarex
- Gabtin
- Gabutin
- Galeptin
- Gapentin
- Nervin
- Neugaba
- Neupentin
- Rontin
- Vultin
See every gabapentin product in Thailand → · Thai brand names A–Z
Sources
- Thai FDA medicine register (ระบบค้นหาข้อมูลผลิตภัณฑ์ยา), active-ingredient search for “Gabapentin”, retrieved 8 October 2026
- Thai FDA Narcotics Control Division, Permit for Traveller: drug list, retrieved 30 September 2026
- Thai FDA: FAQs on medicines (Drugs Act B.E. 2510, s.13(4))
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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