Ozempic / Semaglutide → Philippines

No specific restrictions for personal ozempic / semaglutide

Details

Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) is a prescription-only injectable medication that is not a narcotic but requires cold chain management: pre-filled pens must be stored at 2–8°C before first use and are stable at room temperature for up to 56 days after

Quantity limit

Personal use

Documentation required

• Prescription
• Doctor's letter
• Pharmacy dispensing label

Leaving with this item

Ozempic (semaglutide) may be exported from Philippines for personal use with prescription documentation; cold-chain and injection-pen rules apply.

Practical advice

Ozempic / Semaglutide may be brought into Philippines for personal use accompanied by the prescription and, ideally, a doctor's letter. Quantities should be limited to the trip duration (typically ≤30-90 days' supply). Controlled-substance schedules vary between origin and destination — some products may require advance authorisation from the destination authority even for personal use. Carry in original pharmacy-labelled packaging.

Customs authority

Bureau of Customs (BOC) · https://customs.gov.ph