Can I buy Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet in Singapore?
Check whether Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet is prescription-only, pharmacy-only, or available over the counter in Singapore, based on HSA therapeutic product registry details.
Yes, Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.
This answer is based on the Singapore HSA therapeutic product registry classification for Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet.
HSA registry details
- Product Name
- Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet
- HSA Licence No.
- SIN13994P
- License Holder
- MERCK PTE. LTD.
- Dosage Form
- TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE
- Route
- ORAL
- Active Ingredients
- Metformin hydrochloride (eqv 780mg Metformin base)
- Strength
- 1000 mg
- Forensic Classification
- Prescription Only
- Approval Date
- 2011-08-02
- ATC Code
- A10BA02
- Manufacturer
- Merck Healthcare KGaA&&Merck Santé s.a.s. (Semoy)
- Country of Manufacturer
- FRANCE&&GERMANY
Source: HSA Therapeutic Products Register.
Medication questions
Can I buy Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet in Singapore?
Yes, Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.
Do I need a prescription?
Glucophage XR 1000mg Extended Release Tablet is listed as Prescription Only, so a doctor's prescription is required in Singapore.
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