Nuvigil (modafinil)
Modafinil · Wakefulness-promoting agent
Used for: Narcolepsy and shift-work sleep disorder.
Thai name: นูวิจิล
- Available in Thailand
- YesNuvigil is registered in Thailand
- Active ingredient
- ModafinilWakefulness-promoting agent
- Prescription
- Prescription only
- Controlled substance
- NoNot narcotic or psychotropic
- Bringing it in
- AllowedTraveller rules
Source: Thai FDA official records · Last checked
What is Nuvigil?
Nuvigil is a brand of modafinil sold in Thailand. Modafinil is a wakefulness-promoting agent used for narcolepsy and shift-work sleep disorder. It is registered with the Thai FDA in 150 mg, 250 mg as tablet, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท โลตัส ฟาร์มาซูติคอล (ประเทศไทย) จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for modafinil by name.
Is Nuvigil available in Thailand?
Yes. Nuvigil is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 2 active registrations (150 mg, 250 mg), held by บริษัท โลตัส ฟาร์มาซูติคอล (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: Nuvigil
2 active registrations on the Thai FDA medicine register. Select a registration number to open the official record.
Registrations
| Product | Form | Legal class | Registration no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUVIGIL (150 MG)นูวิจิล (150 MG) | tablet | Prescription | 1C 15062/63 (NC) |
| NUVIGIL (250 MG)นูวิจิล (250 MG) | tablet | Prescription | 1C 15061/63 (NC) |
Do I need a prescription for Nuvigil in Thailand?
Yes. Nuvigil is classed as a specially controlled drug (ยาควบคุมพิเศษ) under the Thai Drugs Act, so it can only be dispensed with a prescription from a doctor.
Can I bring Nuvigil 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 Nuvigil a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?
No. Nuvigil (modafinil) 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.
Sources
- Thai FDA medicine register (ระบบค้นหาข้อมูลผลิตภัณฑ์ยา), active-ingredient search for “Modafinil”, 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