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Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg

Can I buy Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg in Singapore? Check whether Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg is prescription-only, pharmacy-only, or available over the counter in Singapore, based on HSA therapeutic product registry details.

Prescription required
Yes, Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

This answer is based on the Singapore HSA therapeutic product registry classification for Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg.

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HSA registry details

Product Name
Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg
HSA Licence No.
SIN13952P
License Holder
NOVARTIS (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Active Ingredients
Metformin Hydrochloride + Vildagliptin
Strength
500.0mg + 50.0mg
Forensic Classification
Prescription Only
Approval Date
2011-05-03
ATC Code
A10BD08
Manufacturer
Novartis Pharma Produktions GmbH&&NOVARTIS SINGAPORE PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING PTE. LTD.&&Novartis Saglik, Gida Ve Tarim Urunleri San.Ve.Tic.A.S&&Novartis Pharmaceutical Manufacturing LLC
Country of Manufacturer
SINGAPORE&&TURKEY&&SLOVENIA&&GERMANY

Source: HSA Therapeutic Products Register.

Medication questions

Can I buy Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg in Singapore?

Yes, Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

Do I need a prescription for Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg?

Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg is listed as Prescription Only in the HSA therapeutic product registry, so a doctor's prescription is required in Singapore.

What is Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg used for?

Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg is registered in Singapore with active ingredient(s): Metformin Hydrochloride + Vildagliptin. The registered dosage form is tablet, film coated. HSA registry data does not replace a diagnosis or personalised dosing advice, so check with a doctor or pharmacist before using it.

Can I get Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg via teleconsult?

A teleconsult can help a doctor assess whether Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg is appropriate and issue a prescription only when clinically suitable. Some symptoms still require in-person examination or tests.

What should I check before taking Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg?

Before taking Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg, confirm allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding status, chronic conditions, interactions with current medicines, and the correct dose with a doctor or pharmacist. Seek urgent care for severe symptoms or signs of an allergic reaction.

Need a prescription?

Speak to a Singapore doctor about Galvus Met Tablet 50mg/500mg.

SMC-registered GPs review suitability and can issue a prescription when clinically appropriate. Same-day delivery from $8 once approved.