Singapore Medication Guide

Can I buy GLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg in Singapore?

Check whether GLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg is prescription-only, pharmacy-only, or available over the counter in Singapore, based on HSA therapeutic product registry details.

Prescription required
No. GLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

This answer is based on the Singapore HSA therapeutic product registry classification for GLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg.

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HSA registry details

Product NameGLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg
HSA Licence No.SIN06988P
License HolderMERCK PTE. LTD.
Dosage FormTABLET, FILM COATED
RouteORAL
Active IngredientsMetformin hydrochloride
Strength850 mg
Forensic ClassificationPrescription Only
Approval Date1992-05-04
ATC CodeA10BA02

Medication questions

Can I buy GLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg in Singapore?

No. GLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

Do I need a prescription?

GLUCOPHAGE TABLET 850 mg is listed as Prescription Only, so a doctor's prescription is required in Singapore.

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