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Can I buy PENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg in Singapore?

Check whether PENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg is prescription-only, pharmacy-only, or available over the counter in Singapore, based on HSA therapeutic product registry details.

Prescription required
No. PENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

This answer is based on the Singapore HSA therapeutic product registry classification for PENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg.

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HSA registry details

Product NamePENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg
HSA Licence No.SIN07883P
License HolderFERRING PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED
Dosage FormTABLET
RouteORAL
Active IngredientsMESALAZINE
Strength500 mg
Forensic ClassificationPrescription Only
Approval Date1994-10-24
ATC CodeA07EC02

Medication questions

Can I buy PENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg in Singapore?

No. PENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg requires a doctor's prescription in Singapore.

Do I need a prescription?

PENTASA PROLONGED RELEASE TABLETS 500 mg is listed as Prescription Only, so a doctor's prescription is required in Singapore.

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