ガバペンシロップ5%
Gabapentin (Neurontin)
Gabapentin · ガバペン
Gabapentin exists in Japan (Gabapen 200–400 mg) but only for epilepsy, so the huge off-label use for nerve pain, anxiety and sleep seen in the US does not happen here. Visitors taking it for pain should bring their own supply under the 1-month rule and expect Japanese doctors to offer pregabalin instead.
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
- Neurontin
Over the counter
Prescription only, and approved in Japan only as an add-on for epilepsy; nerve pain is treated with pregabalin or mirogabalin instead.
Prescription products in Japan
4 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 | ガバペン |
|---|---|
| Dosage forms | Oral |
| Strengths (oral) | 200mg · 300mg · 400mg |
| Official price (per tablet or unit) | ¥17 – ¥40.1 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.
ガバペン錠200mg
ガバペン錠300mg
ガバペン錠400mg
All listed products (4) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
| ガバペンシロップ5% | Oral · ¥17/mL |
|---|---|
| ガバペン錠200mg | Oral · ¥24.2/tablet |
| ガバペン錠300mg | Oral · ¥31/tablet |
| ガバペン錠400mg | Oral · ¥40.1/tablet |
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 | Neurontin, Gralise |
|---|---|
| UK | Neurontin |
| Korea | 뉴론틴 |
| China | 诺立汀 |
| Taiwan | 鎮頑癲 |
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.