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Noxidil (minoxidil)

Minoxidil · Vasodilator

Used for: Hair loss (topical) and high blood pressure (tablets).

Thai name: น็อกซิดิล

Hair loss

Summarize this drug with:
Available in Thailand
YesNoxidil is registered in Thailand
Active ingredient
MinoxidilVasodilator
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 Noxidil?

Noxidil is a brand of minoxidil sold in Thailand. Minoxidil is a vasodilator used for hair loss (topical) and high blood pressure (tablets). It is registered with the Thai FDA as compressed tablet, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท ที.โอ.เคมีคอลส์ (1979) จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for minoxidil by name.

Is Noxidil available in Thailand?

Yes. Noxidil is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 2 active registrations, held by บริษัท ที.โอ.เคมีคอลส์ (1979) 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: Noxidil

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

ProductFormLegal classRegistration no.Licence holder
NOXIDIL FORTE TABLETSน็อกซิดิล ฟอร์ทcompressed tabletPharmacist1A 71/55 บริษัท ที.โอ.เคมีคอลส์ (1979) จำกัด
NOXIDIL TABLETSน็อกซิดิลcompressed tabletPharmacist1A 70/55 บริษัท ที.โอ.เคมีคอลส์ (1979) จำกัด

Do I need a prescription for Noxidil in Thailand?

Not necessarily. Noxidil 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 Noxidil 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 Noxidil a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?

No. Noxidil (minoxidil) 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 minoxidil products in Thailand

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

    Thai brand names for minoxidil

    See every minoxidil 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