Singapore Medication Guide

Can I buy METFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg in Singapore?

Check whether METFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg is prescription-only, pharmacy-only, or available over the counter in Singapore, based on HSA therapeutic product registry details.

Prescription required
No. METFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

This answer is based on the Singapore HSA therapeutic product registry classification for METFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg.

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HSA registry details

Product NameMETFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg
HSA Licence No.SIN07127P
License HolderBEACONS PHARMACEUTICALS PTE. LTD.
Dosage FormTABLET
RouteORAL
Active IngredientsMETFORMIN HCl
Strength250 mg
Forensic ClassificationPrescription Only
Approval Date1992-08-21
ATC CodeA10BA02

Medication questions

Can I buy METFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg in Singapore?

No. METFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

Do I need a prescription?

METFORMIN TABLETS 250 mg is listed as Prescription Only, so a doctor's prescription is required in Singapore.

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