Scitropin (somatropin)
Somatropin · Human growth hormone (HGH)
Used for: Growth hormone deficiency.
Thai name: ไซโทรปิน
- Available in Thailand
- YesScitropin is registered in Thailand
- Active ingredient
- SomatropinHuman growth hormone (HGH)
- Prescription
- Prescription only
- Controlled substance
- NoNot narcotic or psychotropic
- Bringing it in
- AllowedTraveller rules
Source: Thai FDA official records · Last checked
What is Scitropin?
Scitropin is a brand of somatropin sold in Thailand. Somatropin is a human growth hormone (HGH) used for growth hormone deficiency. It is registered with the Thai FDA in 5 mg, 10 mg as sterile solution, solution for injection, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท ซิลลิค ฟาร์มา จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for somatropin by name.
Is Scitropin available in Thailand?
Yes. Scitropin is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 2 active registrations (5 mg, 10 mg), held by บริษัท ซิลลิค ฟาร์มา 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: Scitropin
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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SCITROPIN A [5 MG/1.5 ML (15 IU)]ไซโทรปิน เอ [น้ำยาสำหรับฉีด 5 มิลลิกรัม/1.5 มิลลิลิตร(15 ไอยู)] | sterile solution | Prescription | 1C 3/65 (BF) |
| SCITROPIN A [10 MG/1.5 ML (30 IU)]ไซโทรปิน เอ [น้ำยาสำหรับฉีด 10 มิลลิกรัม/1.5 มิลลิลิตร (30 ไอยู)] | solution for injection | Prescription | 1C 4/65 (BF) |
Do I need a prescription for Scitropin in Thailand?
Yes. Scitropin 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 Scitropin 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 Scitropin a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?
No. Scitropin (somatropin) 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 somatropin products in Thailand
These contain the same active ingredient as Scitropin. They are not necessarily interchangeable: strength, form and approved uses can differ, so talk to your doctor before switching.
Thai brand names for somatropin
See every somatropin product in Thailand → · Thai brand names A–Z
Sources
- Thai FDA medicine register (ระบบค้นหาข้อมูลผลิตภัณฑ์ยา), active-ingredient search for “Somatropin”, 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