サワシリン細粒10% 100mg
Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin · サワシリン · ワイドシリン
Amoxicillin is a first-line penicillin antibiotic for ear, throat, sinus, dental and Helicobacter pylori infections. Japanese brands are Sawacillin and Pasetocin; generics are common. Adult prescriptions in Japan are typically 250 mg three or four times a day, a lower dose than many countries use.
At a glance
- Prescription status
- Prescription only
- Over the counter
- Not sold OTC
- Bringing it into Japan
- ✓ 1 month Rx / 2 months OTC
- Names abroad
- Amoxil
Over the counter
No antibiotics are sold OTC in Japan. You need to see a doctor; clinics can prescribe the same day.
Prescription products in Japan
14 productsProducts on Japan's national drug price list. Prescription only: a clinic visit is needed, and pharmacies may substitute a generic with the same ingredient.
| Brand names | サワシリン · ワイドシリン |
|---|---|
| Dosage forms | Oral |
| Strengths (oral) | 125mg · 250mg |
| Official price (per tablet or unit) | ¥7.2 – ¥16.2 Official NHI drug price. Patients with Japanese insurance pay 10–30%; visitors without it pay the full price plus consultation fees. |
Product names are shown in Japanese, exactly as printed on the package and the prescription. Show this page at the pharmacy.
ワイドシリン細粒10% 100mg
ワイドシリン細粒20% 200mg
サワシリンカプセル125 125mg
サワシリンカプセル250 250mg
サワシリン錠250 250mg
アモキシシリン細粒10% 100mg
TCK
アモキシシリン細粒20% 200mg
TCK
アモキシシリンカプセル125mg
3 manufacturers: TCK · トーワ · 日医工
アモキシシリンカプセル250mg
3 manufacturers: TCK · トーワ · 日医工
All listed products (14) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
| サワシリンカプセル125 125mg | Oral · ¥16.2/capsule |
|---|---|
| サワシリンカプセル250 250mg | Oral · ¥15.3/capsule |
| サワシリン細粒10% 100mg | Oral · ¥7.2/g |
| サワシリン錠250 250mg | Oral · ¥15.3/tablet |
| ワイドシリン細粒10% 100mg | Oral · ¥7.2/g |
| ワイドシリン細粒20% 200mg | Oral · ¥11.8/g |
| アモキシシリンカプセル125mg「TCK」 | Oral · ¥10.8/capsule |
| アモキシシリンカプセル125mg「トーワ」 | Oral · ¥13.5/capsule |
| アモキシシリンカプセル125mg「日医工」 | Oral · ¥13.5/capsule |
| アモキシシリンカプセル250mg「TCK」 | Oral · ¥10.8/capsule |
| アモキシシリンカプセル250mg「トーワ」 | Oral · ¥11.2/capsule |
| アモキシシリンカプセル250mg「日医工」 | Oral · ¥11.2/capsule |
| アモキシシリン細粒10%「TCK」 100mg | Oral · ¥7.2/g |
| アモキシシリン細粒20%「TCK」 200mg | Oral · ¥11.8/g |
Bringing it into Japan
Up to a 1-month supply of prescription medicine, or 2 months of OTC medicine, without any paperwork. For more, apply for a Yakkan Shoumei (import confirmation) before travel.
Getting it prescribed in Japan
Any clinic can prescribe it after a consultation. Bring the original packaging or a medication list. Use the hospital finder to find clinics with English-speaking staff or an international patient office.
Names abroad
| US | Amoxil |
|---|---|
| UK | Amoxil |
| Korea | 아목시실린 |
| China | 阿莫西林, 阿莫仙 |
| Taiwan | 安莫西林 |
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I bring antibiotics into Japan for personal use?
Yes, up to a 1-month supply of prescription medicine without paperwork. Carry the original packaging and a copy of your prescription.
Sources
- Health Insurance Claims Review & Reimbursement Services — Drug master (NHI drug price list) shinryohoshu.mhlw.go.jp — 2026-08-12
- Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare — Bringing medicines for personal use into Japan mhlw.go.jp
This page describes how a medicine is regulated and sold in Japan. It is not medical advice and does not cover dosing for your situation; follow your doctor's and pharmacist's instructions.