Questions about prescriptions of Xanax

[RyanFromTheUS]

Hello,

I am moving to Singapore in just over a month. I have been Googling this for a bit but I hadn’t found a clear answer so I thought I might post here.

I understand you need prior approval for bringing Xanax and many other substances into Singapore.

However, can you get prescriptions for Xanax in Singapore? I only take it for flight anxiety, but it would be nice if I didn’t need to worry about bringing more than I actually need, expiration of meds, etc.

Thanks,

Ryan

[singaporeflyer]

Hello,

I am moving to Singapore in just over a month. I have been Googling this for a bit but I hadn’t found a clear answer so I thought I might post here.

I understand you need prior approval for bringing Xanax and many other substances into Singapore.

However, can you get prescriptions for Xanax in Singapore? I only take it for flight anxiety, but it would be nice if I didn’t need to worry about bringing more than I actually need, expiration of meds, etc.

Thanks,

Ryan

If it is only for short term use and if the local General Practitioner feels that you need it, he may give you a limited quantity. Else you need to meet a psychiatrist in SG to prescribe you the same.

HSA website is down NOW. There are certain medications that you can bring in limited quantity for personal use with written approval from HSA.

[RyanFromTheUS]

Thanks for the heads up.

I wasn’t sure if it was even available so that’s a relief!

[singaporeflyer]

Thanks for the heads up.

I wasn’t sure if it was even available so that’s a relief!

read the below

https://www.hsa.gov.sg/personal-medication/

for your medication it says

This medication requires approval.
You need to apply for approval at least 10 working days before your expected arrival in Singapore, because your medication is a controlled substance.