グリコラン錠250mg
Metformin
Metformin hydrochloride · メトグルコ · グリコラン
Metformin is the standard first-line medicine for type 2 diabetes. Japanese brands are Metgluco and Glycoran, with many generics in 250 mg and 500 mg tablets. Extended-release metformin (Glucophage XR) is not approved in Japan, so visitors on XR may be switched to the immediate-release tablet.
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
- Glucophage
Over the counter
Prescription only.
Prescription products in Japan
26 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 | メトグルコ · グリコラン |
|---|---|
| Generic | 23 generic products |
| Dosage forms | Oral |
| Strengths (oral) | 250mg · 500mg |
| Official price (per tablet or unit) | ¥10.5 – ¥10.8 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.
メトグルコ錠250mg
メトグルコ錠500mg
メトホルミン塩酸塩250mgMT錠
メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mg:GL
SN
メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT
10 manufacturers: DSEP · DSPB · JG · TCK · TE · トーワ …
メトホルミン塩酸塩500mgMT錠
メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT
10 manufacturers: DSEP · DSPB · JG · TCK · TE · トーワ …
All listed products (26) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
| グリコラン錠250mg | Oral · ¥10.5/tablet |
|---|---|
| メトグルコ錠250mg | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトグルコ錠500mg | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩250mgMT錠 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩500mgMT錠 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「DSEP」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「DSPB」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「JG」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「TCK」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「TE」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「トーワ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「ニプロ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「三和」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「日医工」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mgMT「明治」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠250mg「SN」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.5/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「DSEP」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「DSPB」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「JG」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「TCK」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「TE」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「トーワ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「ニプロ」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「三和」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「日医工」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/tablet |
| メトホルミン塩酸塩錠500mgMT「明治」 · Generic | Oral · ¥10.8/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 | Glucophage, Fortamet |
|---|---|
| UK | Glucophage |
| Korea | 글루코파지, 다이아벡스 |
| China | 格华止 |
| Taiwan | 庫魯化 |
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How much metformin can I bring for a long stay?
Up to 1 month without paperwork. For more, apply online for a Yakkan Shoumei (import confirmation) before travel, or plan to get a prescription from a Japanese doctor.
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.