Influenza antiviral

Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)

Oseltamivir phosphate · タミフル

Japan prescribes influenza antivirals far more readily than most countries: Tamiflu, the single-dose Xofluza (baloxavir, developed in Japan), inhaled Inavir and IV Rapiacta are all common. A clinic visit with a 15-minute rapid test is the standard route, and treatment is started the same day.

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
Tamiflu

Over the counter

Prescription only, after a rapid flu test at a clinic.

Prescription products in Japan

6 products

Products 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タミフル
Generic4 generic products
Dosage formsOral
Strengths (oral)75mg
Official price (per tablet or unit)¥75.9 – ¥172.3
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.

All listed products (6) · Drug price list as of 2026-08-12
タミフルカプセル75 75mgOral · ¥172.3/capsule
タミフルドライシロップ3%Oral · ¥103/g
オセルタミビルDS3%「サワイ」 · GenericOral · ¥75.9/g
オセルタミビルDS3%「トーワ」 · GenericOral · ¥75.9/g
オセルタミビルカプセル75mg「サワイ」 · GenericOral · ¥108/capsule
オセルタミビル錠75mg「トーワ」 · GenericOral · ¥104.1/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.

How to apply for a Yakkan Shoumei (article)

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.

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Names abroad

USTamiflu
UKTamiflu
Korea타미플루
China达菲
Taiwan克流感

Sources

  1. Health Insurance Claims Review & Reimbursement Services — Drug master (NHI drug price list) shinryohoshu.mhlw.go.jp — 2026-08-12
  2. 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.