# ChinaMedsCheck: Comprehensive Statutory Knowledge Base & Customs Regulatory Compendium # Version: 2026/2027 Inbound Passenger Border Edition # URL: https://chinamedscheck.com ================================================================================ PART 1: STATUTORY FOUNDATION & BORDER CONTROL JURISDICTION ================================================================================ 1.1 PRIMARY REGULATORY ACTS The entry of pharmaceuticals into the People's Republic of China is strictly regulated under four overlapping legal bodies: 1. Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China (Articles 347 and 357): Imposes severe criminal liability for trafficking and smuggling illicit narcotics and psychotropic substances. Under Article 357, narcotic drugs include opium, heroin, methylamphetamine (ice), morphine, marijuana, cocaine, and other narcotic and psychotropic substances under State control that are habit-forming. 2. State Council Decree No. 442 (Regulations on the Administration of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances): Classifies controlled drugs into Narcotics (麻醉药品), Class I Psychotropics (第一类精神药品), and Class II Psychotropics (第二类精神药品). 3. General Administration of Customs (GACC) Announcement No. 43 on Inbound Passenger Baggage: Mandates the "reasonable quantity for personal use" principle (自用、合理数量原则) and establishes the dual-channel border customs inspection system (Green Channel vs. Red Channel). 4. Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) Passenger Aviation Safety Rules: Dictates aviation security standards for carry-on liquids, injection devices, needles, lancets, and dry ice / cooling pouches. 1.2 THE DUAL-CHANNEL SYSTEM (RED VS. GREEN) - GREEN CHANNEL ("Nothing to Declare" / 无申报通道): For travelers carrying only standard over-the-counter (OTC) medications or non-controlled ordinary maintenance prescriptions (e.g., blood pressure, birth control, diabetes insulin, statins) within reasonable personal quantities (under 90 days supply). - RED CHANNEL ("Goods to Declare" / 申报通道): MANDATORY for any traveler carrying: a) Class I or Class II psychotropic substances; b) Prescription quantities exceeding 30-day supply; c) Unlabeled biological injectables; d) Compound medications containing pseudoephedrine or codeine. Penalty for passing through Green Channel with undeclared controlled medicines: Immediate confiscation, administrative fine, administrative detention under the PRC Public Security Administration Punishments Law, or criminal prosecution under Article 347. 1.3 THE SEVEN-TO-FIFTEEN DAY PSYCHOTROPIC RULE Under GACC enforcement protocols: - Class I Psychotropics (e.g., Methylphenidate / Concerta / Ritalin): Maximum allowance is strictly limited to an acute personal maintenance supply, typically 7 days (or up to 15 days for extended long-haul single-journey flights with documented medical necessity). - Class II Psychotropics (e.g., Zolpidem / Ambien, Alprazolam / Xanax, Clonazepam, Tramadol): Maximum allowance is strictly capped at 7 to 15 days supply. - Any quantity exceeding this threshold is subject to immediate border seizure, even if accompanied by a foreign prescription. ================================================================================ PART 2: THE FOUR THEMATIC MASTER COMPLIANCE GUIDES ================================================================================ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GUIDE 1: ADHD MEDICATION IN CHINA (CUSTOMS, LEGALITY & IN-COUNTRY ALTERNATIVES) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Adderall / Mydayis (Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine): ABSOLUTE BAN. Amphetamine salts are defined as illegal narcotics under PRC Criminal Law. Carrying Adderall into China constitutes drug smuggling. Foreign psychiatric prescriptions provide zero legal immunity. U.S. Embassy warning explicitly states: travelers carrying Adderall can be detained or arrested. - Vyvanse / Elvanse (Lisdexamfetamine): STRICTLY CONTROLLED. Prodrug that metabolizes into dextroamphetamine. Highly scrutinized and not commercially approved in mainland China. High risk of detention if carried without explicit prior special authorization. - Concerta & Ritalin (Methylphenidate): CONTROLLED CLASS I PSYCHOTROPIC. Allowed under strict restrictions: personal travel supply not exceeding 7 to 15 days; mandatory written declaration at the Red Channel; original doctor prescription on clinic letterhead containing traveler full passport name, diagnosis, daily dosage, and total quantity; pills in original pharmacy blister packaging. - Seeing a Psychiatrist & In-Country Refills in China: For stays longer than 14 days, travelers cannot legally carry sufficient controlled medication from abroad. Refill protocol: Visit a psychiatric outpatient clinic (精神科门诊) at a Chinese Tier-3 public hospital (三甲医院) or international hospital (e.g., United Family Healthcare, Jiahui Health). Required documents: Passport for real-name electronic hospital registration; comprehensive historical psychiatric notes from home country. Available local formulations: Methylphenidate ER (专注达, Concerta, max 7-15 day refill per hospital visit); Atomoxetine (择思达, Strattera, non-stimulant selective NRI, unrestricted prescription up to 30 days supply). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GUIDE 2: BUYING OTC MEDICINE & PHARMACY SHOPPING IN CHINA -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Spotting Pharmacies: Look for storefront signs displaying "药房" (Yàofáng), "药店" (Yàodiàn), or large chains like "大药房" (LBX 老百姓, Nepstar 海王星辰, Yifeng 益丰, Dashenlin 大参林). Green or red cross symbols are standard. - Chinese OTC Label Classification: 1. Green OTC (Class B / 乙类): Highest safety. Can be bought without pharmacist consultation, even at qualified convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) and airport hubs. (e.g., cooling throat lozenges, saline nasal spray). 2. Red OTC (Class A / 甲类): Sold exclusively in licensed retail drugstores. Dispensed under the guidance of on-duty licensed pharmacists (执业药师). (e.g., Ibuprofen, Cetirizine, Loperamide). - Courier Delivery Apps: Medicine can be delivered within 30 minutes to hotels and apartments in major cities using Meituan (美团) or Ele.me (饿了么) under the "买药" (Buy Medicine) tab. - Key Bilingual Pharmacy Show-Cards: - Ibuprofen (布洛芬 / 芬必得, Fenbid): "您好，我发烧/头痛，请给我一盒芬必得（布洛芬缓释胶囊）。" - Paracetamol (对乙酰氨基酚 / 泰诺林, Tylenol): "您好，请给我一盒泰诺林（对乙酰氨基酚片）。" - Loperamide / Imodium (盐酸洛哌丁胺 / 易蒙停): "您好，我腹泻拉肚子，请给我一盒易蒙停（盐酸洛哌丁胺胶囊）。" - Cetirizine / Zyrtec (盐酸西替利嗪 / 仙特明): "您好，我花粉过敏，请给我一盒仙特明（西替利嗪片）。" - Melatonin (褪黑素): "您好，我倒时差失眠，请问有褪黑素片吗？" -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GUIDE 3: BIRTH CONTROL PILLS & WOMEN'S HEALTH IN CHINA -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Personal Luggage Allowance: Daily combined oral contraceptive pills (COCs) contain zero narcotic or psychotropic ingredients. China Customs permits reasonable personal travel supplies, typically up to a 3- to 6-month supply (3 to 6 blister packs) matching your visa duration. - Customs Clearance Channel: Green Channel (Nothing to Declare). - Pharmacy Availability in China: Leading international brands are widely stocked across mainland retail drugstores: - Yasmin (优思明 / Drospirenone & Ethinylestradiol) - Yaz (优思悦 / Drospirenone & Ethinylestradiol II) - Marvelon (妈富隆 / Desogestrel & Ethinylestradiol) - Emergency Contraception: Morning-after pills (Levonorgestrel / 左炔诺孕酮, brand name 毓婷 Yuting) are available over-the-counter at street pharmacies without a doctor's prescription. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GUIDE 4: INSULIN, DIABETES & INJECTABLE MEDICATIONS BORDER CLEARANCE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Customs Allowance: Under GACC Announcement 43, non-controlled chronic disease therapies enjoy a 90-day statutory allowance. Travelers may carry up to a 3-month personal maintenance supply through the Green Channel. - CAAC Aviation Security for Sharps & Coolers: - Mandatory carry-on cabin rule: Insulin and GLP-1 receptor agonists (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro) must NEVER be placed in checked cargo baggage due to sub-zero freezing risks that permanently denature biological peptides. - Syringes, pen needles, and lancets are permitted in cabin baggage provided the traveler carries a medical certificate or prescription matching passport name. - Insulin cooling pouches (Frio bags) and medical ice packs are legally exempt from the 100ml liquid limitation when accompanying necessary medicine. - Chinese Brand Names for Refill Consultation: - Ozempic (诺和泰 / 司美格鲁肽注射液) - Mounjaro (穆峰达 / 替尔泊肽注射液) - Lantus (来得时 / 甘精胰岛素注射液) - Humalog (优泌乐 / 赖脯胰岛素注射液) - Metformin (格华止 / 盐酸二甲双胍片) ================================================================================ PART 3: THE 32-MEDICATION BORDER & PHARMACY DOSSIER COMPENDIUM ================================================================================ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 1: Adderall / Adderall XR / Mydayis / Adzenys / Dyanavel (Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: adderall-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/adderall-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Amphetamine / Dextroamphetamine - CAS Registry Number: 300-62-9 - Primary Brands: Adderall, Adderall XR, Mydayis, Adzenys, Dyanavel - Chinese Generic Name: 安非他命 / 苯丙胺 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Ān fēi tā mìng / Běn bǐng àn - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 专注达 Concerta（盐酸哌甲酯缓释片 — 需三甲精神科红处方）, 择思达 Strattera（盐酸托莫西汀胶囊 — 非中枢兴奋剂处方药） - Statutory Status: RED (BANNED) - Customs Clearance Channel: STRICTLY_FORBIDDEN - Maximum Traveler Allowance: 0 days (Strictly prohibited) (Max days: 0) - Statutory Legal Basis: Articles 347 & 357 of the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China; State Council Catalogue of Narcotic Drugs & Psychotropic Substances; UN INCB China Entry Schedule. - Customs Summary: Strictly prohibited under PRC Criminal Law. Classified as an illicit narcotic drug. Prohibited from entering China even with a legitimate foreign doctor prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Zero tolerance at all ports of entry. Carrying this substance into China may lead to criminal detention, deportation, or drug smuggling charges regardless of a valid foreign prescription. - Declaration Requirement: Do not attempt to declare or bring across the border. Possession is classified as illegal drug smuggling. - Local China Alternative: Methylphenidate (Concerta/利他林) is strictly controlled but legally prescribable inside China; Atomoxetine (Strattera/择思达) is non-stimulant and widely available at Tier-3 hospitals and expat clinics. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Consult your psychiatrist 4-8 weeks prior to departure to taper off or transition to a China-approved formulation (e.g. Concerta or Atomoxetine). * Thoroughly inspect all luggage pockets, backpack crevices, and pillboxes to ensure zero residual Adderall capsules remain. * Obtain an English medical summary explaining your ADHD diagnosis and previous therapy to present to doctors inside China if a local evaluation is needed. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "医生您好：我是外籍患者，在本国确诊ADHD（注意缺陷多动障碍），原处方为Adderall（苯丙胺）。我已知悉中国严禁携带该药入境并严格遵守。现希望挂号评估，开具中国合法批准的替代药：【专注达（盐酸哌甲酯缓释片）】或【择思达（盐酸托莫西汀）】，随附英文病历摘要。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "HOSPITAL CONSULTATION CARD: Adderall (Amphetamine) is prohibited in China. Show this card + your home country medical summary to a psychiatrist at a Tier-3 public hospital (三甲医院精神科) or international clinic (United Family / Jiahui) to evaluate legal transition to Concerta (专注达) or Strattera (择思达)." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Adderall to China if I have an official doctor's note? A: No. Under Chinese law, Amphetamine is classified as an illicit narcotic drug. Foreign prescriptions hold zero legal exemption at China Customs, and attempting to bring Adderall into the country can result in immediate confiscation, administrative detention, or criminal prosecution. Q: What is the legal ADHD medication alternative in China? A: Methylphenidate (Concerta) is available via psychiatric evaluation at accredited Chinese Tier-3 public hospitals and international clinics (such as United Family and Jiahui Health). Atomoxetine (Strattera), a non-stimulant ADHD medication, is also widely prescribed and legal. Q: What happens if customs finds Adderall in my luggage? A: Customs officers and anti-smuggling police will confiscate the medication. Depending on the quantity, you may face police questioning, denial of entry, administrative detention up to 15 days, or criminal smuggling charges under PRC Criminal Law Article 347. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 2: Ritalin / Concerta / Medikinet / Daytrana / Equasym (Methylphenidate) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: ritalin-concerta-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/ritalin-concerta-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Methylphenidate - CAS Registry Number: 113-45-1 - Primary Brands: Ritalin, Concerta, Medikinet, Daytrana, Equasym - Chinese Generic Name: 哌甲酯 (利他林 / 专注达) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Pài jiǎ zhǐ (Lì tā lín / Zhuān zhù dá) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 专注达（盐酸哌甲酯缓释片） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 7 days supply (Class I Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 7) - Statutory Legal Basis: PRC Regulations on the Administration of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (State Council Decree No. 442, Article 44); INCB Official China Declaration Guidelines. - Customs Summary: Classified as a Category 1 Psychotropic Substance (第一类精神药品) in China. Legally permitted for personal travel use only with strict medical documentation and quantity limits. - Customs Officer Rule: Must declare at the Red Channel (Goods to Declare) upon arrival. Original doctor's prescription, diagnosis note (translated into English or Chinese), and matching passport identity are mandatory. Maximum allowance is strictly limited to 7 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Mandatory written declaration at Customs Red Channel. Submit original prescription, diagnosis certificate, and valid passport. - Local China Alternative: Prescriptions can be refilled in major Chinese cities (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chengdu) by visiting the psychiatric outpatient department of a Tier-3 public hospital or an accredited international hospital (e.g., Jiahui Health, United Family Healthcare). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Carry no more than 7 days supply in your carry-on luggage. Never put controlled psychotropics in checked baggage. * Keep medication in its original pharmacy-dispensed bottle with the patient label, dosage instructions, and doctor's name intact. * Carry a stamped doctor's certificate stating full diagnosis, daily dosage, and justifying the necessity of continuous therapy during international travel. * Walk straight into the Red Channel (申报通道) upon baggage claim and present your documents. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我持有合法处方，需要哌甲酯（专注达/利他林）用于ADHD。请问中国三甲医院精神科门诊配药需要哪些证明？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Methylphenidate (Concerta/Ritalin / 哌甲酯) is a strictly controlled Schedule I psychotropic in China. It is prescribable ONLY at licensed Tier-3 public hospital psychiatric clinics with passport and diagnosis records." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Ritalin or Concerta into China? A: Yes, but with strict limitations. Methylphenidate is a Category 1 Psychotropic Substance in China. You must declare it at the Red Channel, carry the original doctor's prescription and medical diagnosis, keep it in original packaging, and limit the amount to a reasonable travel supply (generally not exceeding 7 days). Q: What documents do I need to clear Chinese customs with Concerta? A: You need: 1) Original doctor's prescription clearly stating your name, drug dosage, and daily intake; 2) Formal medical certificate/diagnosis letter signed and stamped by your physician; 3) Valid passport matching the name on the prescription; 4) Unopened or original pharmacy packaging with intact labeling. Q: How do I get a Concerta refill if I stay in China longer than 15 days? A: Bring your comprehensive medical records and translated diagnosis to an international clinic (e.g., United Family, Jiahui Health) or a psychiatric department at a local Grade 3A (三甲) hospital. Doctors can issue a local Red Prescription (麻精专用处方) for up to 15-30 days. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 3: Vyvanse / Elvanse / Tyvense / Aduvanz (Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: vyvanse-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/vyvanse-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate - CAS Registry Number: 608137-32-2 - Primary Brands: Vyvanse, Elvanse, Tyvense, Aduvanz - Chinese Generic Name: 利右苯丙胺 / 赖氨酸安非他命 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Lì yòu běn bǐng àn / Lài ān suān ān fēi tā mìng - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 专注达 Concerta（盐酸哌甲酯缓释片 — 需三甲精神科红处方）, 择思达 Strattera（盐酸托莫西汀胶囊 — 非中枢兴奋剂处方药） - Statutory Status: RED (BANNED) - Customs Clearance Channel: STRICTLY_FORBIDDEN - Maximum Traveler Allowance: 0 days (Strictly prohibited) (Max days: 0) - Statutory Legal Basis: PRC Criminal Law Articles 347 & 357; 2023 Supplementary Catalogue of Controlled Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances. - Customs Summary: Strictly illegal in mainland China. As a prodrug of dextroamphetamine, it metabolizes directly into amphetamine and is treated identically to Adderall under PRC criminal statutes. - Customs Officer Rule: Absolute prohibition at all Chinese border checkpoints. Foreign prescriptions have no legal force. Attempted entry risks immediate seizure and criminal investigation. - Declaration Requirement: Do not pack or bring Vyvanse into mainland China under any circumstances. - Local China Alternative: Transition before travel under clinical supervision to Methylphenidate (Concerta) or Atomoxetine (Strattera), both of which are legally available in China. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Do not attempt to conceal capsules in other medicine containers; airport CT scanners detect organic pharmaceutical densities. * Switch to Concerta or Strattera at least one month before your journey. * Clean travel bags and check for loose capsules. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "医生您好：我是外籍患者，在本国确诊ADHD（注意缺陷多动障碍），原处方为Vyvanse/Elvanse（利右苯丙胺/赖氨酸安非他命）。我已知悉中国法规未携带该药入境。现希望挂号评估，开具中国批准的合法替代药：【专注达（盐酸哌甲酯缓释片）】或【择思达（盐酸托莫西汀）】，随附英文病历摘要。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "HOSPITAL CONSULTATION CARD: Vyvanse / Elvanse (Lisdexamfetamine) is banned in China. Show this card + your home country medical summary to a psychiatrist at a Tier-3 hospital or international clinic (United Family / Jiahui) to evaluate legal transition to Concerta (专注达) or Strattera (择思达)." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Vyvanse considered different from Adderall in China? A: No. Chinese law and customs forensic laboratories evaluate chemical metabolites. Because Lisdexamfetamine is converted in the human body into dextroamphetamine, it falls under the same prohibited amphetamine narcotic classification. Q: What should I do if I am prescribed Vyvanse and need to travel to China? A: Consult your prescribing doctor 4-8 weeks before your trip to discuss transitioning to legal alternatives such as Methylphenidate (Concerta) or non-stimulants like Atomoxetine (Strattera), and prepare official medical records for entry. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 4: Provigil / Modalert / Modiodal / Alertec (Modafinil) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: modafinil-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/modafinil-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Modafinil - CAS Registry Number: 68693-11-8 - Primary Brands: Provigil, Modalert, Modiodal, Alertec - Chinese Generic Name: 莫达非尼 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Mò dá fēi ní - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 7 days supply (Class I Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 7) - Statutory Legal Basis: State Council Catalogue of Psychotropic Substances (Category 1); NMPA Decree No. 442. - Customs Summary: Classified as a Category 1 Psychotropic Substance (第一类精神药品) in China. Under strict hospital-only administration. - Customs Officer Rule: Must declare at Red Channel. Requires formal medical records, diagnosis, and prescription. Allowance capped at 7 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor prescription with passport name match required. - Local China Alternative: Strictly regulated in China; available through Tier-3 neurological and sleep disorder outpatient units with certified medical records. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Bring official sleep study (polysomnography) diagnostic documentation if prescribed for narcolepsy. * Limit carried quantity to strictly under 7 days supply. * Declare at Red Channel upon landing. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要莫达非尼用于发作性睡病治疗。在中国属于第一类精神药品，需专科医生处方。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Modafinil (莫达非尼) is a Class I Psychotropic Substance in China. It cannot be purchased over the counter; strict hospital psychiatric evaluation is required." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Modafinil (Provigil) to China for shift work or jet lag? A: Only if you possess an authentic medical prescription for a certified condition (like narcolepsy). In China, Modafinil is a Category 1 Psychotropic. Unprescribed carriage for study or focus is illegal. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 5: Nuvigil / Waklert / Artvigil (Armodafinil) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: armodafinil-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/armodafinil-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Armodafinil - CAS Registry Number: 112111-43-0 - Primary Brands: Nuvigil, Waklert, Artvigil - Chinese Generic Name: 阿莫达非尼 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Ā mò dá fēi ní - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 7 days supply (Class I Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 7) - Statutory Legal Basis: NMPA/MPS Joint Catalogue of Psychotropic Substances. - Customs Summary: The R-enantiomer of modafinil. Regulated in China as a controlled psychotropic substance under strict state oversight. - Customs Officer Rule: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor prescription and medical records required. Max 7 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel with original prescription. - Local China Alternative: Consult neurologists at accredited international clinics in Shanghai or Beijing for sleep therapy. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "阿莫达非尼在中国严格管制，需携带原处方由三甲医院专科医生评估后方可处理。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Armodafinil (Nuvigil / 阿莫达非尼) is tightly controlled. Refills inside China require specialized neurological or psychiatric consultation." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Nuvigil legal to bring to China? A: Yes, with strict Category 1 psychotropic documentation, valid diagnosis, and declared at the Red Channel under 7 days supply. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 6: Strattera / Axepta (Atomoxetine Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: strattera-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/strattera-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Atomoxetine Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 82248-59-7 - Primary Brands: Strattera, Axepta - Chinese Generic Name: 托莫西汀 / 择思达 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Tuō mò xī tīng (Zé sī dá) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 择思达（盐酸托莫西汀胶囊） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Announcement No. 43 on Personal Luggage; NMPA Non-Controlled Prescription Category. - Customs Summary: Non-stimulant selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor for ADHD. Not a controlled substance in China. Fully legal with prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for personal supply up to 90 days. Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Declaration Requirement: Green Channel. Carry doctor prescription copy. - Local China Alternative: Widely available and prescribable at psychiatric clinics and pharmacies across China under the domestic brand 择思达 (Strattera). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问有择思达（盐酸托莫西汀胶囊）吗？用于成人/儿童ADHD非兴奋剂治疗。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Atomoxetine (Strattera / 择思达) is an approved, non-controlled ADHD medication in China, readily prescribable at expat clinics and public hospitals." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Strattera (Atomoxetine) controlled in China like Adderall or Concerta? A: No. Atomoxetine is a non-stimulant and is not on China's controlled psychotropic catalogue. You can bring up to a 90-day personal supply through the Green Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 7: CBD Oil / CBD Gummies / Hemp Extract / Charlotte's Web / Elixinol (Cannabidiol) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: cbd-oil-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/cbd-oil-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Cannabidiol - CAS Registry Number: 13956-29-1 - Primary Brands: CBD Oil, CBD Gummies, Hemp Extract, Charlotte's Web, Elixinol - Chinese Generic Name: 大麻二酚 (CBD) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Dà má èr fēn (CBD) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: - Statutory Status: RED (BANNED) - Customs Clearance Channel: STRICTLY_FORBIDDEN - Maximum Traveler Allowance: 0 days (Absolute prohibition) (Max days: 0) - Statutory Legal Basis: National Narcotics Control Commission (NNCC) Notice on Cannabis Derivatives; PRC Public Security Administration Punishments Law Article 72; Criminal Law Article 347. - Customs Summary: Completely prohibited in all forms, including oils, gummies, tinctures, vapes, and cosmetic lotions, regardless of THC content or medical licenses. - Customs Officer Rule: Strict zero tolerance. China's National Narcotics Control Commission and Customs classify all cannabis plant derivatives under anti-drug statutes. - Declaration Requirement: Do not bring any CBD products under any circumstances. Even trace residues trigger airport swab alarms. - Local China Alternative: For sleep assistance, Melatonin (褪黑素) is widely available OTC. For chronic pain, consult in-country physicians for approved non-cannabinoid analgesics. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Check all backpacks, coats, and toiletries for CBD gummies, balms, bath salts, or oils. * Do not bring empty vape pens that previously held CBD or THC liquids; trace resin triggers customs spectrometer detections. * Discard any hemp-seed oil topical products before flying. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "【严重警告】大麻二酚（CBD）在中国属于毒品管制范畴，严禁携带、邮寄或境内销售。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "CBD products are strictly classified as illegal narcotics under PRC Criminal Law. Do NOT attempt to purchase or possess CBD in China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring THC-free CBD gummies or oil to China for personal health reasons? A: No. China makes no legal distinction between THC and CBD in imported personal goods. All CBD products are banned. Attempting to bring CBD gummies, topicals, or vape pens into China can result in drug detention and deportation. Q: Are drug testing swabs used at Chinese international airports? A: Yes. Chinese customs and border inspection points frequently employ ion-mobility spectrometry swabs and sniffer dogs. Trace cannabinoid particles on luggage or toiletries will prompt a thorough secondary inspection and mandatory drug testing. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 8: Medical Cannabis / Marinol / Sativex / THC Vape Cartridges (Tetrahydrocannabinol / Dronabinol) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: medical-marijuana-thc-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/medical-marijuana-thc-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Tetrahydrocannabinol / Dronabinol - CAS Registry Number: 1972-08-3 - Primary Brands: Medical Cannabis, Marinol, Sativex, THC Vape Cartridges - Chinese Generic Name: 四氢大麻酚 (THC) / 医用大麻 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Yī yòng dà má / Sì qīng dà má fēn (THC) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: - Statutory Status: RED (BANNED) - Customs Clearance Channel: STRICTLY_FORBIDDEN - Maximum Traveler Allowance: 0 days (Absolute prohibition) (Max days: 0) - Statutory Legal Basis: PRC Criminal Law Articles 347, 348 & 357. - Customs Summary: Treated as an illegal narcotic drug under PRC Criminal Law. Extreme penalties for smuggling or possession, regardless of foreign prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Strict zero tolerance. Immediate arrest, criminal investigation, and multi-year imprisonment for smuggling. - Declaration Requirement: Never bring any THC, cannabis, or marijuana products into China. - Local China Alternative: Legal conventional therapies available at Chinese hospitals for pain and spasticity. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "【严重警告】四氢大麻酚（THC）在大中华区属于严厉打击的非法毒品，入境最高可判重刑。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Medical cannabis and THC products carry zero legal exception in China. Possession triggers severe criminal penalties." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Does China allow medical cannabis if I have a state medical marijuana card? A: No. Foreign medical marijuana cards carry zero validity in China. Possession of cannabis or THC is treated as criminal narcotics possession. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 9: Xanax / Niravam / Alprazolam Intensol (Alprazolam) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: xanax-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/xanax-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Alprazolam - CAS Registry Number: 28981-97-7 - Primary Brands: Xanax, Niravam, Alprazolam Intensol - Chinese Generic Name: 阿普唑仑 (Ā Pǔ Zuò Lún) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Ā Pǔ Zuò Lún - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 阿普唑仑片 (Alprazolam Tablets 0.4mg — 需中国三甲医院精神科精二红处方), 合法非管制就医替代方案：中草药安神剂 / 综合医院心理科评估 - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 15 days supply (Class II Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 15) - Statutory Legal Basis: State Council Administrative Regulations on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances; NMPA Psychotropic Substance Catalogue (Category 2). - Customs Summary: Classified as a Category 2 Psychotropic Substance (第二类精神药品) in China. Controlled benzodiazepine requiring physician documentation and Red Channel declaration. - Customs Officer Rule: Must declare at Red Channel. Valid original prescription and doctor's diagnosis note required. Maximum personal allowance is restricted to 15 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. Present valid doctor's prescription, clinical diagnosis, and passport. - Local China Alternative: Alprazolam is approved in China as a Category 2 Psychotropic and can be prescribed by licensed psychiatrists at Tier-3 public hospitals or international medical centers. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Carry no more than 15 days of tablets in original prescription packaging. * Bring a signed doctor's letter indicating diagnosis, daily dose, and duration of regimen. * Declare at the Red Channel at airport customs. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "医生您好：我是外籍患者，在本国因焦虑/惊恐障碍长期服用Xanax（阿普唑仑，Alprazolam）。我已知晓该药在中国属于第二类精神药品管制，已向海关合规申报。随附本国医生处方与英文病历，希望挂号请医生评估开药或续方。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "HOSPITAL CONSULTATION CARD: Xanax (Alprazolam / 阿普唑仑) is a Class II Psychotropic Drug in China. It is strictly NOT sold at retail pharmacies. Show this card + your passport and foreign prescription to a psychiatrist at a Tier-3 public hospital (三甲医院) or international clinic (United Family / Jiahui)." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: What is Xanax called in Chinese? (How to show it to a hospital doctor) A: Xanax in Chinese is 阿普唑仑 (pronounced 'Ā Pǔ Zuò Lún' in Mandarin pinyin; generic: Alprazolam). Xanax is strictly regulated as a Class II Psychotropic Drug (第二类精神药品) in China and CANNOT be purchased at regular retail pharmacies. You must show this Chinese name to a psychiatrist at an accredited Tier-3 hospital. Q: Can I bring Xanax to China with a doctor's prescription? A: Yes, but with strict legal limits: As a Class II Psychotropic substance under State Council Decree No. 442 and GACC Decree No. 43, passengers may carry a maximum of a 15-day personal supply. You MUST carry your original doctor's prescription/medical note, keep the pills in original pharmacy-labeled bottles, and declare them at the Red Channel upon arrival. Q: What happens if I bring more than a 15-day supply of Xanax into China? A: Carrying quantities exceeding a 15-day supply or failing to declare through the Red Channel violates China Customs law. Customs officers may confiscate the excess quantity. Carrying hundreds of pills without legitimate medical documentation may trigger illegal drug smuggling investigations under PRC Criminal Law Article 347. Q: Can I refill Xanax in China if I run out? A: Yes, but only via in-person medical evaluation. Visit an accredited international clinic (United Family Health, Jiahui Health, Parkway) or the psychiatric department of a municipal Tier-3 public hospital (三甲医院精神科). Bring your passport and home country medical dossier. Chinese doctors can legally prescribe up to a 7–14 day supply under domestic electronic prescription quotas. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 10: Klonopin / Rivotril (Clonazepam) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: klonopin-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/klonopin-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Clonazepam - CAS Registry Number: 1622-61-3 - Primary Brands: Klonopin, Rivotril - Chinese Generic Name: 氯硝西泮 / 氯硝安定 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Lǜ xiāo xī pàn (Lǜ xiāo ān dìng) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 氯硝西泮片 - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 15 days supply (Class II Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 15) - Statutory Legal Basis: State Council Decree No. 442; NMPA Category 2 Psychotropic Catalogue. - Customs Summary: Category 2 Psychotropic Substance in China. Controlled potent benzodiazepine for epilepsy and panic disorder. - Customs Officer Rule: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor prescription and medical records required. Max 15 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor certificate and original bottle required. - Local China Alternative: Readily available and prescribed at Chinese hospital neurology and psychiatry departments (氯硝西泮片). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我持有合法癫痫/焦虑处方，需要氯硝西泮。在中国属于二类精神药品，请问三甲医院如何开具？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Clonazepam (Klonopin / 氯硝西泮) is a Schedule II Psychotropic. Maximum 7-day refill limit per outpatient prescription at Chinese public hospitals." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Klonopin into China for seizures? A: Yes, bring up to a 15 days supply in original packaging, carry a doctor's certificate specifying your seizure treatment plan, and declare at the Red Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 11: Valium / Diastat / Valrelease (Diazepam) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: valium-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/valium-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Diazepam - CAS Registry Number: 439-14-5 - Primary Brands: Valium, Diastat, Valrelease - Chinese Generic Name: 地西泮 (安定) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Dì xī pàn (Ān dìng) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 地西泮片 - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 15 days supply (Class II Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 15) - Statutory Legal Basis: NMPA Psychotropic Substances Catalogue (Category 2). - Customs Summary: Category 2 Psychotropic Substance in China. Widely recognized controlled tranquilizer. - Customs Officer Rule: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor prescription required. Max 15 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. Prescription and passport matching required. - Local China Alternative: Widely available at all Chinese hospitals upon doctor consultation (地西泮片). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问在医院精神科开具地西泮（安定片）需要哪些身份证明文件？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Diazepam (Valium / 地西泮 / 安定) is a Schedule II controlled drug. In-China refills require presenting passport and previous diagnosis at a psychiatric department." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Valium allowed in China for flight anxiety? A: Yes, but it is a controlled psychotropic. Carry a doctor prescription, pack it in original packaging, and declare at the Red Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 12: Ativan / Lorazepam Intensol (Lorazepam) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: ativan-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/ativan-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Lorazepam - CAS Registry Number: 846-49-1 - Primary Brands: Ativan, Lorazepam Intensol - Chinese Generic Name: 劳拉西泮 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Láo lā xī pàn - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 罗拉（劳拉西泮片） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 15 days supply (Class II Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 15) - Statutory Legal Basis: State Council Decree No. 442. - Customs Summary: Category 2 Psychotropic Substance in China. Controlled fast-acting benzodiazepine. - Customs Officer Rule: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor prescription required. Max 15 days supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. - Local China Alternative: Prescribable by licensed physicians at Tier-3 hospitals and expat clinics in China. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要劳拉西泮（罗拉片）用于抗焦虑治疗，属于中国第二类精神药品。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Lorazepam (Ativan / 劳拉西泮) is available at Tier-3 hospital psychiatric departments with a valid clinical record." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Ativan to China? A: Yes, with original prescription, under 15 days supply, declared at the Red Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 13: Ambien / Ambien CR / Stilnox / Edluar / Zolpimist (Zolpidem Tartrate) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: ambien-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/ambien-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Zolpidem Tartrate - CAS Registry Number: 82626-48-0 - Primary Brands: Ambien, Ambien CR, Stilnox, Edluar, Zolpimist - Chinese Generic Name: 唑吡坦 (思诺思) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Zuò bǐ tǎn - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 思诺思（酒石酸唑吡坦片） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 15 days supply (Class II Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 15) - Statutory Legal Basis: State Council Regulations on Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (Article 44). - Customs Summary: Classified as a Category 2 Psychotropic Substance in China. Controlled hypnotic sleep aid requiring medical certificate and customs declaration. - Customs Officer Rule: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor's prescription, stamped diagnosis letter, and original packaging with clear dosage instructions required. Permitted allowance is limited to single travel course (max 15 days). - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. Keep doctor's documentation with prescription dosage and passport match. - Local China Alternative: Zolpidem (known locally as 思诺思 / Stilnox) is widely prescribed at Chinese hospitals upon consultation with a neurologist or psychiatrist. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要唑吡坦（思诺思），用于失眠。请问需要处方吗？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need Zolpidem (Ambien / 唑吡坦 / 思诺思) for insomnia. This is a controlled psychotropic in China — a local hospital prescription is required." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Ambien for jet lag on my flight to China? A: Yes, but you must have an authentic doctor's prescription and keep it inside its original labeled bottle. Declare it at the Red Channel if carrying a full course of medication into China. Q: Can I buy Ambien over the counter in China? A: No. Zolpidem is strictly regulated under Category 2 Psychotropic regulations. It cannot be purchased over the counter and requires a hospital consultation and formal physician prescription. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 14: Lunesta / Imovane / Zimovane / Zopiclone (Eszopiclone / Zopiclone) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: lunesta-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/lunesta-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Eszopiclone / Zopiclone - CAS Registry Number: 138729-47-2 - Primary Brands: Lunesta, Imovane, Zimovane, Zopiclone - Chinese Generic Name: 右佐匹克隆 / 佐匹克隆 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Yòu zuǒ pǐ kè lóng - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 右佐匹克隆片 - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 15 days supply (Class II Psychotropic statutory cap) (Max days: 15) - Statutory Legal Basis: NMPA Psychotropic Substance Catalogue (Category 2). - Customs Summary: Category 2 Psychotropic Substance in China. Non-benzodiazepine hypnotic agent for insomnia. - Customs Officer Rule: Declare at Red Channel. Doctor prescription required. Max 15 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel with original prescription. - Local China Alternative: Prescribable across Chinese public and private hospitals (右佐匹克隆片 / 佐匹克隆片). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问医院可以开具右佐匹克隆片吗？用于失眠改善。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Eszopiclone (Lunesta / 右佐匹克隆) is a regulated sleep medication prescribable at hospital outpatient clinics in China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Lunesta controlled in China? A: Yes, Eszopiclone is regulated as a Category 2 Psychotropic. You need a prescription and must declare it at the Red Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 15: Duragesic / Matrifen / Fentora (Fentanyl Transdermal Patch) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: fentanyl-patch-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/fentanyl-patch-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Fentanyl Transdermal Patch - CAS Registry Number: 437-38-7 - Primary Brands: Duragesic, Matrifen, Fentora - Chinese Generic Name: 芬太尼透皮贴剂 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Fēn tài ní tòu pí tiē jì - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 多瑞吉（芬太尼透皮贴剂） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 7 days supply (Strict scrutiny) (Max days: 7) - Statutory Legal Basis: PRC Regulations on the Administration of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances; Criminal Law Anti-Opioid Directives; UN 1961 Convention. - Customs Summary: Classified as a strictly controlled Narcotic Drug (麻醉药品) in China. Allowed only for certified severe chronic pain / cancer patients with rigorous medical authorization. - Customs Officer Rule: Mandatory Red Channel declaration. Must carry official hospital diagnosis, oncologist certification, original packaging with serial numbers, and exact dosage schedule. Limited strictly to a 7-day personal regimen. - Declaration Requirement: Mandatory declaration at Red Channel. Detailed hospital diagnostic documentation and oncologist signature required. - Local China Alternative: Available at Chinese Grade-3A hospital oncology departments under specialized Red Narcotic Prescriptions (麻醉药品专用处方). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Carry a signed oncologist letter specifying patient passport number, cancer/pain diagnosis, patch strength (mcg/hr), and daily dosage. * Carry only the exact number of patches required for the initial 7 days of your stay in China. * Ensure patches remain in sealed, unbroken foil pouches. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "【麻醉管制】芬太尼属于中国严格管制的麻醉药品，仅限晚期重度癌痛患者由三甲肿瘤专科医生凭借红处方限量开具。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Fentanyl transdermal patches are strictly controlled Schedule I narcotics. Refills are restricted exclusively to specialized oncology hospital departments." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I travel to China with Fentanyl pain patches for cancer treatment? A: Yes, but you must adhere to the strictest level of documentation: carry an oncologist certificate translated into Chinese or English, pack no more than 7 days of patches in original sealed foil, and declare immediately at the Red Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 16: OxyContin / Percocet / Roxicodone / Endocet (Oxycodone Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: oxycodone-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/oxycodone-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Oxycodone Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 76-42-6 - Primary Brands: OxyContin, Percocet, Roxicodone, Endocet - Chinese Generic Name: 羟考酮 (奥施康定) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Qiǎng kǎo tóng (Ào shī kāng dìng) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 奥施康定（盐酸羟考酮缓释片） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 7 days personal supply (Max days: 7) - Statutory Legal Basis: State Council Decree No. 442; NMPA Narcotic Drugs Catalogue. - Customs Summary: Classified as a Narcotic Drug (麻醉药品) in China. Potent opioid analgesic under strict national quotas. - Customs Officer Rule: Must declare at Red Channel. Official physician diagnosis and prescription required. Maximum allowance strictly limited to 7 days personal supply. - Declaration Requirement: Mandatory Red Channel declaration. Original doctor diagnosis and prescription required. - Local China Alternative: Prescribable at Tier-3 hospital oncology and pain management clinics under special narcotics registration. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "【麻醉管制】羟考酮属于麻醉药品管制目录，须三甲医院肿瘤科或疼痛科持专科红处方开具。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Oxycodone (OxyContin / 羟考酮) is a controlled narcotic analgesic. Inpatient or specialized pain clinic evaluation is mandatory in China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring OxyContin to China? A: Yes, but strictly as a declared narcotic drug with a 7-day limit, original doctor diagnosis, and mandatory Red Channel declaration. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 17: Ultram / ConZip / Tramal / Zydol (Tramadol Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: tramadol-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/tramadol-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Tramadol Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 27203-92-5 - Primary Brands: Ultram, ConZip, Tramal, Zydol - Chinese Generic Name: 曲马多 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Qū mǎ duō - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 奇曼丁（盐酸曲马多缓释片） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 7-15 days personal supply (Max days: 15) - Statutory Legal Basis: Ministry of Public Security, NMPA & National Health Commission Joint Directive on Tramadol Control (2023 Revision). - Customs Summary: Classified as a controlled Category 2 Psychotropic/Narcotic Substance in China. Regulated due to opioid-like dependency risks. - Customs Officer Rule: Must declare at Red Channel. Doctor's prescription, official medical record demonstrating chronic pain, and original packaging required. Strict 7-15 days reasonable personal supply limit. - Declaration Requirement: Mandatory Red Channel declaration. Failure to declare controlled opioids risks administrative detention. - Local China Alternative: Consult pain management specialists at major Chinese medical centers; standard non-opioid NSAIDs or localized analgesics are available OTC. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要曲马多用于镇痛。请问在中国购买是否需要处方？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need Tramadol (曲马多, Qū mǎ duō) for pain management. This requires a hospital prescription in China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Tramadol painkillers to China? A: Yes, but strictly as a controlled substance: you must possess a formal physician diagnosis and prescription, carry no more than a 7 to 15 day personal dosage, and declare it at the Red Channel upon arrival. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 18: Tussionex / Cheratussin AC / Robitussin AC / Tylenol with Codeine / Pabron Gold A (大正百保能) / Bron (エスエスブロン) (Codeine Phosphate / Dihydrocodeine) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: codeine-cough-syrup-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/codeine-cough-syrup-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Codeine Phosphate / Dihydrocodeine - CAS Registry Number: 52-28-8 - Primary Brands: Tussionex, Cheratussin AC, Robitussin AC, Tylenol with Codeine, Pabron Gold A (大正百保能), Bron (エスエスブロン) - Chinese Generic Name: 可待因 / 二氢可待因 (含可待因复方止咳药 / 大正百保能) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Kě dài yīn - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 7 days supply with matching diagnosis (Max days: 7) - Statutory Legal Basis: Notice on the Inclusion of Compound Codeine Oral Solutions in Narcotic Drugs Regulation (NMPA & MPS Announcement). - Customs Summary: Compound oral liquids, powders, and tablets containing Codeine or Dihydrocodeine (including Tylenol #3 and Japanese Pabron Gold A / Bron) are strictly controlled under Chinese narcotic laws. High seizure risk if undeclared. - Customs Officer Rule: Red Channel declaration is compulsory with formal doctor prescription. Unprescribed codeine cough syrups or bulk boxes of Japanese Pabron Gold A (containing Dihydrocodeine) are treated as restricted narcotic imports. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. Must retain original physician dosage order; carrying bulk bottles without matching medical documentation can trigger criminal investigation. - Local China Alternative: Non-codeine antitussives (such as Dextromethorphan or herbal cough syrups like Nin Jiom Pei Pa Koa) are widely available in China. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要含可待因的止咳药。请问在中国这类药物是否可以购买？需要哪些文件？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need Codeine-containing cough syrup (可待因, Kě dài yīn). Note: Codeine is a controlled narcotic in China — a hospital prescription is mandatory." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring over-the-counter cough medicine containing codeine into China? A: No. Even if codeine cough syrup is sold over-the-counter overseas, in China it is classified under Narcotic Drug controls. You must have a formal prescription, limit quantity to under 7 days, and declare at Red Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 19: Sudafed / Claritin-D / Allegra-D / Advil Cold & Sinus / Contac NT (Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride (vs. Sudafed PE Phenylephrine)) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: pseudoephedrine-sudafed-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/pseudoephedrine-sudafed-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride (vs. Sudafed PE Phenylephrine) - CAS Registry Number: 90-82-4 - Primary Brands: Sudafed, Claritin-D, Allegra-D, Advil Cold & Sinus, Contac NT - Chinese Generic Name: 伪麻黄碱 (含伪麻黄碱复方感冒药) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Wěi má huáng jiǎn - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 白加黑, 新康泰克（黄色胶囊） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 1-2 retail boxes (Under 10 days) (Max days: 10) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Announcement No. 43; State Council Regulations on the Administration of Precursor Chemicals (Decree No. 445). - Customs Summary: CRITICAL DISTINCTION: Original Sudafed (Pseudoephedrine) is a strictly controlled methamphetamine precursor in China (capped at ≤ 1-2 retail boxes). By contrast, 'Sudafed PE' (Phenylephrine) is non-precursor and passes freely via the Green Channel. - Customs Officer Rule: Carrying more than 2 commercial retail boxes of Pseudoephedrine is strictly prohibited and triggers anti-smuggling precursor investigations. Keep in original packaging or switch to Phenylephrine (Sudafed PE) before flying. - Declaration Requirement: Do not carry bulk packs. If carrying more than 1 box, declare at Red Channel with prescription or receipt. - Local China Alternative: In China, OTC cold medications containing pseudoephedrine (like Contac NT / 白加黑) require real-name national ID/passport registration at pharmacies. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Bring no more than a single box of Sudafed for personal use during your flight. * Never carry cold medicines on behalf of others or in bulk multi-packs. * Consider using non-pseudoephedrine nasal sprays (such as Oxymetazoline) instead. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问有含伪麻黄碱的感冒鼻塞药吗？比如新康泰克或白加黑。药店购买需登记身份证/护照。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Pseudoephedrine products in China are restricted OTC drugs. Real-name passport/ID registration is mandatory at retail pharmacies due to precursor chemical controls." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Why is Sudafed or cold medicine restricted at Chinese Customs? A: Pseudoephedrine can be chemically extracted to synthesize methamphetamine. Chinese Customs enforces a strict ceiling (generally no more than 2 boxes for personal use) and prosecutes bulk importation. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 20: Lyrica (Pregabalin) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: pregabalin-lyrica-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/pregabalin-lyrica-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Pregabalin - CAS Registry Number: 148553-50-8 - Primary Brands: Lyrica - Chinese Generic Name: 普瑞巴林 (乐瑞卡) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Pǔ ruì bā lín (Lè ruì kǎ) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 乐瑞卡（普瑞巴林胶囊） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 15-30 days personal supply (Max days: 30) - Statutory Legal Basis: NMPA, Ministry of Public Security & National Health Commission Joint Announcement on Scheduling Pregabalin as Category 2 Psychotropic (2023 Revision). - Customs Summary: Officially elevated to a controlled Category 2 Psychotropic Substance in China (effective October 2023). Requires medical documentation and customs declaration. - Customs Officer Rule: Must declare at Red Channel. Doctor prescription, diagnosis for neuropathic pain or fibromyalgia, and original packaging required. Max 15-30 days supply. - Declaration Requirement: Declare at Red Channel. Present medical diagnosis and prescription. - Local China Alternative: Available at Chinese hospitals upon consultation with neurologists or pain specialists. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Carry up to 30 days maximum with doctor's prescription clearly stating neuropathic pain diagnosis. * Declare at Red Channel. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要普瑞巴林（乐瑞卡）用于神经病理性疼痛治疗。在中国属于二类精神药品。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Pregabalin (Lyrica / 普瑞巴林) is regulated as a Schedule II psychotropic in China. Hospital prescription required." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Lyrica (Pregabalin) controlled in China? A: Yes. Effective October 1, 2023, China officially scheduled Pregabalin as a Category 2 Psychotropic substance. You must carry a prescription and declare it at the Red Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 21: Neurontin / Gralise / Horizant (Gabapentin) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: gabapentin-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/gabapentin-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Gabapentin - CAS Registry Number: 60142-96-3 - Primary Brands: Neurontin, Gralise, Horizant - Chinese Generic Name: 加巴喷丁 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Jiā bā pēn dīng - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 加巴喷丁胶囊 - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Standard Prescription Luggage Provisions. - Customs Summary: Standard anticonvulsant and neuropathic pain prescription drug. Not scheduled as a controlled psychotropic in China. Permitted with prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for personal use up to 90 days. Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Declaration Requirement: Green Channel. Carry doctor prescription copy. - Local China Alternative: Available at Chinese hospital pharmacies across all provinces. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要加巴喷丁胶囊用于带状疱疹神经痛治疗。请问中国医院或药店可以购买吗？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Gabapentin (Neurontin / 加巴喷丁) is a regular prescription drug in China, available at general hospital neurology clinics." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Gabapentin to China? A: Yes. Unlike Pregabalin, Gabapentin is not currently scheduled on China's psychotropic list. Up to 90 days personal supply is allowed through the Green Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 22: Ozempic / Wegovy / Rybelsus (Semaglutide) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: ozempic-wegovy-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/ozempic-wegovy-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Semaglutide - CAS Registry Number: 910463-68-2 - Primary Brands: Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus - Chinese Generic Name: 司美格鲁肽 (诺和泰) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Sī měi gé lǔ tài - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 诺和泰（Ozempic 1mg）, 诺和盈（Wegovy） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 1-3 months personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: NMPA Biological Products Import Supervision Provisions; GACC Personal Effects Guidelines. - Customs Summary: GLP-1 receptor agonist approved in China for Type 2 Diabetes (and select weight management indications). Allowed for travelers with personal medical prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Permitted within reasonable personal travel limits (typically 1 to 3 months supply). Maintain in original cold-pack / insulated medical pouch with original prescription and matching airline boarding pass. - Declaration Requirement: Generally Green Channel if accompanied by doctor's note and under 3 boxes. Ensure cooling gels comply with civil aviation security rules for carry-on liquids. - Local China Alternative: Ozempic (诺和泰) is officially approved and available at endocrinology departments of Grade-A hospitals and international clinics across China. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Carry injector pens and needles in your carry-on luggage with cooling gel packs; never place peptide pens in checked baggage where cargo hold freezing will destroy the protein. * Bring doctor's prescription matching your passport name to present during aviation security liquid/sharps screening. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要司美格鲁肽注射液（诺和泰），用于2型糖尿病或体重管理。请问需要处方吗？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy / 司美格鲁肽 / 诺和泰) for Type 2 diabetes or weight management. Cold chain storage required — please advise on local availability." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Ozempic pens and insulin cooling packs on planes to China? A: Yes. Keep the pen injector needles and cooling gel pack inside your carry-on luggage. Bring your official physician prescription to present to airport security during carry-on liquid and sharps screening. Q: Is Ozempic available in China if I need a replacement pen? A: Yes. Semaglutide is licensed in China. You can visit an international hospital or endocrinology clinic in cities like Shanghai, Beijing, or Shenzhen with your foreign diagnosis to obtain a local prescription. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 23: Mounjaro / Zepbound (Tirzepatide) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: mounjaro-zepbound-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/mounjaro-zepbound-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Tirzepatide - CAS Registry Number: 2023788-19-2 - Primary Brands: Mounjaro, Zepbound - Chinese Generic Name: 替尔泊肽 (穆峰达) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Tì ěr bó tài (Mù fēng dá) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 穆峰达（替尔泊肽注射液） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: NMPA Approval for Tirzepatide (May 2024); GACC Personal Effects Rules. - Customs Summary: Dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist approved in China for Type 2 Diabetes. Permitted for travelers with legitimate personal prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for personal quantities up to 90 days. Maintain cold chain in carry-on luggage with doctor's prescription. - Declaration Requirement: Green Channel with doctor prescription. - Local China Alternative: Officially approved in China (穆峰达); available at endocrinology departments of major medical centers. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问医院有替尔泊肽注射液（穆峰达）吗？用于2型糖尿病或代谢管理。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound / 替尔泊肽) is approved for Type 2 diabetes in China. Requires endocrinologist prescription and cold-chain handling." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Mounjaro into China? A: Yes. Tirzepatide is an approved non-controlled biological medicine in China. Keep it in an insulated pouch with your prescription. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 24: Glucophage / Fortamet / Glumetza (Metformin Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: metformin-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/metformin-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Metformin Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 1115-70-4 - Primary Brands: Glucophage, Fortamet, Glumetza - Chinese Generic Name: 二甲双胍 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Èr jiǎ shuāng guā (Gé huà zhǐ) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 格华止（盐酸二甲双胍片）, 二甲双胍缓释片 - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 1-3 months personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Customs Clearance Rules for Daily Personal Maintenance Medications. - Customs Summary: Standard first-line medication for Type 2 Diabetes. Fully permitted for personal use with physician diagnosis. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for personal quantities (typically up to 1 to 3 months supply). Maintain original packaging and carry prescription. - Declaration Requirement: No declaration required if carried in reasonable personal quantities with matching prescription. - Local China Alternative: Universally available at every hospital pharmacy and community clinic in China at low cost (二甲双胍片). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问有二甲双胍（格华止）吗？用于2型糖尿病日常血糖控制。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Metformin (二甲双胍 / 格华止) is widely available across Chinese community pharmacies and public hospitals as a standard maintenance drug." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring a 3-month supply of Metformin into China? A: Yes. Chronic maintenance medications like Metformin are permitted up to a 90-day reasonable personal supply. Carry a copy of your doctor's prescription and keep the medicine in original manufacturer packaging. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 25: Prozac / Sarafem (Fluoxetine Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: prozac-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/prozac-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Fluoxetine Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 56296-78-7 - Primary Brands: Prozac, Sarafem - Chinese Generic Name: 氟西汀 (百优解) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Fú xī tīng (Bǎi yōu jiě) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 百优解（盐酸氟西汀分散片） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Personal Effects Guidelines; NMPA Non-Controlled Prescription Drugs. - Customs Summary: Standard SSRI antidepressant. Not scheduled on China's controlled psychotropic catalogue. Allowed with doctor prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for personal therapy up to 90 days. Keep in original packaging with prescription. - Declaration Requirement: Green Channel with doctor prescription. - Local China Alternative: Widely available and prescribable at hospitals across China under the domestic brand 百优解 (Prozac). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要百优解（盐酸氟西汀），用于抗抑郁维持治疗。属于处方药，请问门诊如何配药？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Fluoxetine (Prozac / 百优解) is an approved SSRI in China. Available at public hospital psychiatric clinics and international expat medical centers." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Prozac controlled in China? A: No. SSRI antidepressants like Fluoxetine (Prozac) are standard prescription medicines, not controlled psychotropics. You can bring up to 90 days through the Green Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 26: Zoloft (Sertraline Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: zoloft-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/zoloft-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Sertraline Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 79559-97-0 - Primary Brands: Zoloft - Chinese Generic Name: 舍曲林 (左洛复) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Shě qǔ lín (Zuǒ luò fù) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 左洛复（盐酸舍曲林片） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Announcement No. 43. - Customs Summary: Standard SSRI antidepressant. Permitted for personal maintenance with prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted up to 90 days personal supply. Retain original pharmacy packaging. - Declaration Requirement: Green Channel with doctor prescription copy. - Local China Alternative: Readily available at public hospital psychiatric clinics and expat centers (左洛复). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要左洛复（盐酸舍曲林片）用于抗抑郁和抗焦虑。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Sertraline (Zoloft / 左洛复) is readily prescribable by hospital psychiatrists and international medical clinics across China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Zoloft into China? A: Yes. Sertraline is an allowed standard prescription medication. Up to 90 days personal supply is permitted through the Green Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 27: Lexapro / Cipralex / Escitalopram / 来士普 / 百洛特 (Escitalopram Oxalate) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: lexapro-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/lexapro-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Escitalopram Oxalate - CAS Registry Number: 219861-08-2 - Primary Brands: Lexapro, Cipralex, Escitalopram, 来士普, 百洛特 - Chinese Generic Name: 草酸艾司西酞普兰 (来士普) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Ài sī xī tài pǔ lán (Lái shì pǔ) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 来士普（原研草酸艾司西酞普兰片）, 百洛特（草酸艾司西酞普兰片） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Announcement No. 43 on Inbound Baggage Limits; PRC Drug Administration Law. Escitalopram is an ordinary prescription medicine, NOT listed under the National Catalogue of Narcotic and Psychotropic Drugs. - Customs Summary: Standard SSRI antidepressant and anti-anxiety prescription. Legal in China. Not classified as a narcotic or psychotropic substance. Permitted for personal travel with valid doctor prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted up to 90 days personal supply. Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Declaration Requirement: No customs declaration required for reasonable personal supply (under 90 days) carried with valid prescription. Walk through the Green Channel. - Local China Alternative: Widely available at psychiatric outpatient departments across China (来士普 by Lundbeck) and domestic generic bioequivalents (百洛特). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Carry your original doctor prescription and pharmacy dispensary label showing your name and dosage. * Keep tablets in original blister packs or bottles with clear English labels. * Pack enough supply for your stay plus a 1-week buffer in your carry-on luggage. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，我需要开具草酸艾司西酞普兰片（来士普），请问医院或药房有药吗？这是我的既往就诊处方。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Escitalopram (Lexapro / 来士普) is a standard first-line SSRI in China, prescribable at psychiatric clinics." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Lexapro to China? A: Yes. Lexapro (Escitalopram) is completely legal to bring into China for personal medical use. Unlike ADHD stimulants or strong tranquilizers, Lexapro is an ordinary SSRI antidepressant and is NOT classified as a controlled narcotic or psychotropic drug. Q: Do I need to declare Lexapro at China Customs? A: No. If you are carrying a reasonable personal travel supply (typically up to 90 days) along with a valid doctor prescription, you can walk directly through the Green (Nothing to Declare) Channel. Q: Can I buy or refill Lexapro in China? A: Yes. Lexapro (original brand name 来士普) is stocked in psychiatric departments of Chinese Tier-3 public hospitals and international clinics (e.g. United Family, Jiahui Health). A doctor consultation with your passport is required for a local prescription. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 28: Wellbutrin / Wellbutrin XL / Zyban (Bupropion Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: wellbutrin-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/wellbutrin-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Bupropion Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 31677-93-7 - Primary Brands: Wellbutrin, Wellbutrin XL, Zyban - Chinese Generic Name: 安非他酮 (悦亭) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Ān fēi tā tóng (Yuè tíng) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 悦亭（盐酸安非他酮缓释片） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Standard Prescription Guidelines. - Customs Summary: NDRI antidepressant and smoking cessation aid. Allowed for personal use with doctor prescription. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted up to 90 days personal supply. Keep in original packaging with prescription. - Declaration Requirement: Green Channel with doctor prescription. - Local China Alternative: Prescribable at hospital psychiatric and smoking cessation outpatient units in China (安非他酮缓释片). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问医院有安非他酮缓释片（悦亭）吗？用于抑郁症治疗。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "Bupropion (Wellbutrin / Zyban / 安非他酮) is an approved prescription antidepressant in China available at psychiatric departments." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Wellbutrin (Bupropion) considered an amphetamine in China? A: No. Despite chemical structural similarities, Bupropion is classified as an antidepressant, not a controlled amphetamine. It is permitted with a valid prescription. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 29: Ibuprofen / Advil / Motrin / Nurofen / Brufen / EVE Quick / EVE A (日本白兔EVE) / Fenbid (中美史克芬必得) (Ibuprofen) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: ibuprofen-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/ibuprofen-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Ibuprofen - CAS Registry Number: 15687-27-1 - Primary Brands: Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Nurofen, Brufen, EVE Quick / EVE A (日本白兔EVE), Fenbid (中美史克芬必得) - Chinese Generic Name: 布洛芬 (Bù Luò Fēn) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Bù Luò Fēn - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 芬必得 Fenbid (布洛芬缓释胶囊 0.3g — 中国最普及的止痛退烧品牌), 中美史克布洛芬片 (GSK Sino-American Ibuprofen), 美林 Motrin (儿童布洛芬混悬液 — 婴幼儿高烧首选), 托恩布洛芬颗粒 (Ibuprofen Granules) - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 3-6 months personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: General Administration of Customs (GACC) Announcement No. 43 on Personal Baggage Limits. - Customs Summary: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) 100% legal in mainland China. Classified as unrestricted OTC Class B/A medication. Permitted through the Green Channel in reasonable personal travel quantities (up to 30–90 days personal supply). - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel (Nothing to Declare) permitted. Standard personal travel supplies (up to 30–90 days) in original blister packs or retail bottles do not require customs declaration or a medical certificate. - Declaration Requirement: No declaration needed if quantities reflect personal travel use. Commercial quantities (multiple cartons) require customs duties or import licensing. - Local China Alternative: Ubiquitously available over-the-counter across all pharmacies in China without prescription (popular domestic brands: Fenbid / 布洛芬缓释胶囊). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "店员您好：我想购买退烧和止痛用的【对乙酰氨基酚（如泰诺林或必理通）】，请问店内有单方药片现货吗？谢谢！" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "PHARMACY CARD: Show this to any Chinese pharmacy staff or paste "布洛芬" into Alipay/WeChat Meituan for 25-minute hotel delivery. Ibuprofen is an unrestricted OTC medicine in China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: What is Ibuprofen called in Chinese? (How to ask for Advil at a pharmacy) A: Ibuprofen in Chinese is 布洛芬 (pronounced 'Bù Luò Fēn' in Mandarin pinyin). If you are looking for Advil or Motrin, Chinese pharmacies will sell you 芬必得 (Fenbid), which is the exact same active ingredient (Ibuprofen sustained-release capsules 0.3g) produced by Sino-American GSK. Simply show this text: '请问有布洛芬缓释胶囊（芬必得）吗？'. Q: Is Advil / Ibuprofen legal to bring into China? A: Yes, 100% legal. Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication in China and does not contain pseudoephedrine, codeine, or psychotropic substances. Travelers can walk freely through the Green Channel (Nothing to Declare) with personal travel supplies. Q: How many boxes of Ibuprofen can I bring through China Customs? A: Under GACC Decree No. 43, passengers may carry a reasonable supply for personal travel duration—typically up to 3 to 5 retail packs or bottles (up to a 90-day supply). Keep the pills in original blister packaging. Q: Can I buy Ibuprofen on Meituan or Alipay for 25-minute hotel delivery? A: Yes. Search '布洛芬' (Ibuprofen) or '芬必得' (Fenbid) inside the Meituan (美团) mini-program on Alipay or WeChat. Local pharmacies deliver sealed boxes directly to hotel concierges across Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Chengdu in 20–30 minutes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 30: Tylenol / Acetaminophen / Paracetamol / Panadol / Calpol / Tylenol Cold (泰诺林 / 泰诺) (Acetaminophen / Paracetamol) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: paracetamol-tylenol-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/paracetamol-tylenol-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Acetaminophen / Paracetamol - CAS Registry Number: 103-90-2 - Primary Brands: Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Paracetamol, Panadol, Calpol, Tylenol Cold (泰诺林 / 泰诺) - Chinese Generic Name: 对乙酰氨基酚 / 扑热息痛 (泰诺林 Tylenol) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Duì Yǐ Xiān Jī Bèn Fēn / Pū Rè Xī Tòng (Tài Nuò Lín) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 泰诺林 Tylenol (对乙酰氨基酚缓释片 0.65g — 强生强力原研品牌), 必理通 Panadol (葛兰素史克 GSK 对乙酰氨基酚片), 百服宁 Bufferin (对乙酰氨基酚咀嚼片 / 滴剂), 泰诺感冒片 Tylenol Cold (复方酚烷胺片 — 需凭身份证在部分药店实名登记) - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 3-6 months personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Personal Luggage Standards. - Customs Summary: Unrestricted OTC fever reducer and pain reliever 100% legal in mainland China. Permitted through the Green Channel in reasonable personal travel quantities (up to 30–90 days). - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel (Nothing to Declare) permitted. Standard personal travel supplies in original packaging do not require declaration. Note: Pure acetaminophen is unrestricted; multi-symptom cold formulations containing pseudoephedrine are restricted to reasonable personal treatment courses. - Declaration Requirement: No declaration required for standard OTC formulations. - Local China Alternative: Available at every pharmacy and supermarket in China without prescription (泰诺林). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep in original packaging with doctor prescription. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问有对乙酰氨基酚或扑热息痛吗？用于退烧和止痛，即Paracetamol或Tylenol。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "PHARMACY CARD: Show this to any Chinese pharmacy staff or paste "对乙酰氨基酚" into Alipay/WeChat Meituan. Acetaminophen / Paracetamol is an unrestricted OTC medicine in China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: What is Tylenol called in Chinese? (How to ask for Acetaminophen / Paracetamol) A: Tylenol in Chinese is 泰诺林 (pronounced 'Tài Nuò Lín') for pure pain relief, or 泰诺 (Tài Nuò) for cold relief. The generic chemical name is 对乙酰氨基酚 (Duì Yǐ Xiān Jī Bèn Fēn) or 扑热息痛 (Pū Rè Xī Tòng). In British English contexts, Panadol is sold under the brand name 必理通 (Bì Lǐ Tōng). Show this: '请问有对乙酰氨基酚片（泰诺林或必理通）吗？'. Q: Is Tylenol legal to bring into China? A: Yes, standard Tylenol (pure acetaminophen / paracetamol) is completely legal and unrestricted. However, if you are carrying Tylenol Cold & Flu formulations, check the packaging: formulations containing Pseudoephedrine are strictly limited to reasonable personal quantities (2-3 boxes max) and must not exceed medical limits. Q: What is the difference between Paracetamol and Tylenol in Chinese pharmacies? A: They are the exact same active drug. In China, pharmacies stock both Johnson & Johnson's 泰诺林 (Tylenol Acetaminophen 0.65g extended-release) and GSK's 必理通 (Panadol 500mg). Both are readily available over-the-counter without an appointment. Q: How to get Tylenol delivered to your hotel in China via Meituan? A: Open the Alipay (支付宝) app, tap 'Meituan' (美团) or 'Healthcare' (买药), search '泰诺林' or '对乙酰氨基酚', select your dosage, pay with your foreign Visa or Mastercard, and courier will deliver it to your hotel reception in 20–30 minutes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 31: Melatonin / Natrol Melatonin / Nature Made Melatonin / Olly Sleep Gummies / Vicks ZzzQuil Pure Zzzs / Now Foods Melatonin / Kirkland Signature Melatonin (Melatonin) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: melatonin-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/melatonin-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Melatonin - CAS Registry Number: 73-31-4 - Primary Brands: Melatonin, Natrol Melatonin, Nature Made Melatonin, Olly Sleep Gummies, Vicks ZzzQuil Pure Zzzs, Now Foods Melatonin, Kirkland Signature Melatonin - Chinese Generic Name: 褪黑素 (Tuì Hēi Sù) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Tuì hēi sù - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 汤臣倍健褪黑素维生素B6片 (By-Health Melatonin + B6 — 全国药店最常见), 康恩贝褪黑素胶囊 (Conba Melatonin Capsules), 同仁堂褪黑素维生素B6胶囊 (Tong Ren Tang Traditional Pharmacy), 屈臣氏进口褪黑素软糖专区 (Watsons Gummy Section) - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days / 3-6 months personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: PRC Food Safety Law; General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) Decree No. 43; SAMR Health Food Directory (Unrestricted OTC Supplement). - Customs Summary: 100% legal dietary health supplement in mainland China. Classified as non-narcotic health food (保健食品). Freely permitted through the customs Green Channel in reasonable travel quantities (up to 90 days / 3-6 months personal supply). - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel (Nothing to Declare) permitted at all China ports of entry (PVG, PEK, CAN, SZX). Keep in original retail commercial bottles or gummy jars. Reasonable personal travel supply (up to 3-6 months) is exempt from import tax and medical prescription checks. - Declaration Requirement: No written customs declaration required for standard personal travel quantities (typically 2 to 4 retail bottles). Walk directly through the Green Channel. - Local China Alternative: Extremely widely available across China at local pharmacies (大参林, 益丰, 老百姓), Watsons (屈臣氏), supermarkets, and via 25-minute hotel delivery on Alipay/WeChat Meituan without a doctor prescription. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep Melatonin in its original commercial bottle or sealed gummy jar clearly stating the brand name, active ingredients, and milligram dosage (e.g. 3mg, 5mg, 10mg). * Avoid mixing Melatonin gummies with unlabelled vitamins or loose pills in unlabelled plastic pillboxes to prevent secondary baggage screening inspection. * Pack your travel supply (1-3 bottles) in your carry-on luggage for convenient in-flight jet lag sleep support during 10+ hour transpacific flights to China. * If you run out during your trip, do not worry: domestic Melatonin (褪黑素) is sold over-the-counter in virtually every city pharmacy in China without an appointment. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "店员您好：我想购买改善倒时差和睡眠的【褪黑素片】（非处方保健食品），请问店内有现货吗？谢谢！" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "PHARMACY CARD: Show this to any Chinese pharmacy staff, Watsons store, or paste '褪黑素' into Alipay/WeChat Meituan for 25-minute hotel delivery. Melatonin is an unrestricted OTC health food product in mainland China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: What is Melatonin called in Chinese? (How to ask for it at a Chinese pharmacy) A: Melatonin in Chinese is 褪黑素 (pronounced 'Tuì Hēi Sù' in Mandarin pinyin; traditional Chinese: 褪黑激素). At any local pharmacy (药店) or Watson's store, simply show the screen or say: '请问有褪黑素片吗？（改善倒时差睡眠）'. It is sold over-the-counter (OTC) as a health food product without needing a hospital visit or doctor prescription. Q: Is Melatonin legal to bring into China for jet lag? A: Yes, Melatonin is 100% legal in China. Under Chinese law, it is regulated as a dietary health supplement (保健食品), NOT a narcotic or controlled psychotropic substance. Foreign travelers can safely bring personal travel supplies through airport customs without special permits. Q: How many bottles or gummies of Melatonin can I carry through China Customs? A: Under GACC Decree No. 43, international travelers are permitted a reasonable quantity for personal use during travel—customary enforcement allows up to a 90-day supply (typically 2 to 3 standard retail bottles or gummy containers). You can walk directly through the Green Channel (Nothing to Declare) at Shanghai Pudong (PVG), Beijing Capital/Daxing (PEK/PKX), and Guangzhou (CAN). Q: Can I buy Melatonin online or get 25-minute hotel delivery in China? A: Yes. Foreign visitors can easily order Melatonin through the Meituan (美团外卖) or Ele.me (饿了么) mini-programs inside Alipay or WeChat using an international credit card (Visa/Mastercard). Search '褪黑素' to order sealed domestic brands (like By-Health / 汤臣倍健) delivered directly to your hotel concierge within 25–40 minutes. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 32: Birth Control Pills / Yasmin / Yaz / Marvelon / Diane-35 / Oral Contraceptive (Drospirenone & Ethinylestradiol / Desogestrel) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: birth-control-pills-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/birth-control-pills-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Drospirenone & Ethinylestradiol / Desogestrel - CAS Registry Number: 67392-87-4 - Primary Brands: Birth Control Pills, Yasmin, Yaz, Marvelon, Diane-35, Oral Contraceptive - Chinese Generic Name: 口服避孕药（短效避孕药 / 优思明） - Pinyin Pronunciation: Kǒu fú bì yùn yào (Yōu sī míng) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 优思明（屈螺酮炔雌醇片）, 优思悦（屈螺酮炔雌醇片II）, 妈富隆（去氧孕烯炔雌醇片）, 毓婷（左炔诺孕酮紧急避孕药） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 3-6 months personal supply (3-6 blister packs) (Max days: 180) - Statutory Legal Basis: General Administration of Customs (GACC) Announcement No. 43 on Inbound Baggage Limits; PRC Drug Administration Law. - Customs Summary: Standard oral contraceptive pills (daily combined birth control) are fully legal for personal travel into China. Walk through Green Channel with reasonable personal supply (typically 3 to 6 months). - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel (Nothing to Declare) is applicable for personal travel supplies. Keeping original pharmacy blister packs with labels is recommended. Commercial volumes require import documentation. - Declaration Requirement: No customs declaration needed for reasonable personal traveler supply (under 6 packs). Walk directly through the Green Channel. - Local China Alternative: Oral contraceptive pills are widely available over-the-counter or via basic consultation at pharmacies and hospital gynecology clinics across China. Major domestic brands: Yasmin (优思明), Yaz (优思悦), and Marvelon (妈富隆). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Pack enough blister packs in your carry-on bag to cover your entire travel itinerary plus a 1-week buffer for travel delays. * Keep pills in original packaging so blister foil dates and English brand names remain identifiable. * If staying longer than 6 months, verify local brand availability (Yasmin is sold at nearly every major pharmacy in Chinese Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities). - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "您好，请问有短效口服避孕药吗？比如优思明或妈富隆。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need regular oral contraceptive pills (短效避孕药, Yasmin / 优思明 or Marvelon / 妈富隆). These are standard non-controlled daily birth control tablets in China." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring birth control pills to China? A: Yes. Oral contraceptive pills (including Yasmin, Yaz, and Marvelon) are fully permitted for personal travel in China. They do not contain any controlled substances, so you can walk through the Green Channel at customs. Q: How many months of birth control can I bring into China? A: China Customs allows a reasonable personal quantity matching your travel itinerary, typically up to a 3-to-6 month supply (3-6 blister packs). Bringing dozens of boxes may trigger commercial suspicion. Q: Can I buy birth control pills at pharmacies in China? A: Yes. Major international brands like Yasmin (优思明) and Marvelon (妈富隆) are widely stocked at Chinese retail drugstores and available on delivery apps (Meituan, Ele.me). Emergency morning-after pills (毓婷 / Levonorgestrel) are also available over the counter. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 33: Insulin / Lantus / Humalog / NovoRapid / Tresiba / Levemir / Apidra (Insulin Glargine / Lispro / Aspart / Degludec) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: insulin-pens-syringes-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/insulin-pens-syringes-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Insulin Glargine / Lispro / Aspart / Degludec - CAS Registry Number: 11061-68-0 - Primary Brands: Insulin, Lantus, Humalog, NovoRapid, Tresiba, Levemir, Apidra - Chinese Generic Name: 胰岛素注射笔与针头（来得时 / 诺和锐 / 优泌乐） - Pinyin Pronunciation: Yí dǎo sù zhù shè bǐ (Lái dé shí / Nuò hé ruì) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 来得时 Lantus（甘精胰岛素注射液）, 诺和锐 NovoRapid（门冬胰岛素注射液）, 优泌乐 Humalog（赖脯胰岛素注射液）, 诺和达 Tresiba（德谷胰岛素注射液）, BD 胰岛素笔用针头（4mm / 32G） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (plus 2x backup pens/needles) (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Announcement No. 43 on Personal Medical Devices & Biologicals; CAAC Civil Aviation Security Regulations on Diabetic Passenger Cabin Supplies. - Customs Summary: Life-sustaining insulin pens, vials, syringes, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs like Dexcom / FreeStyle Libre) are 100% legal to bring into China. Walk through the Green Channel at customs, but carry a signed doctor's certificate for CAAC airport security screening of needles (sharps) and cooling gel packs. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for personal travel supply (up to 90 days). Keep pens, cartridges, and needles in original labeled boxes inside your carry-on cabin bag with your physician's prescription. - Declaration Requirement: No customs Red Channel declaration required for reasonable personal supply. Mandatory presentation of doctor's note at CAAC cabin security checkpoints for needles and ice packs. - Local China Alternative: Major international insulins—Lantus (来得时), NovoRapid (诺和锐), Tresiba (诺和达), and Humalog (优泌乐)—are stocked at all Chinese Tier-3 hospitals and expat clinics. NOTE: China uses U-100 (100 IU/mL) as the universal standard. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Pack all insulin pens, vials, and pen needles strictly in your carry-on cabin bag—never in checked luggage. * Carry a printed doctor's letter stating your diabetes diagnosis and medical necessity for syringes/needles, insulin pumps, CGMs, and cooling gel packs (>100ml). * Verify insulin concentration: Chinese hospitals and pharmacies dispense U-100 (100 units/mL) cartridges and pens. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "医生/药师您好：我是糖尿病患者，随身胰岛素损坏或即将用尽。我需要补充 U-100（100单位/毫升）规格的胰岛素笔（如来得时/诺和锐/优泌乐）及配套 BD 4mm 笔用针头，随附我的英文处方。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I am a diabetic traveler and need replacement U-100 insulin pens (Lantus / 来得时, NovoRapid / 诺和锐, or Humalog / 优泌乐) and 4mm BD pen needles. Cold chain required." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring insulin pens and syringe needles in my carry-on bag to China? A: Yes. Both China Customs and CAAC airport security permit diabetic passengers to carry insulin pens, syringes, pen needles, lancets, and cooling gel packs in cabin luggage, provided you present an official physician's prescription or medical certificate matching your passport. Q: Can I wear an insulin pump or Continuous Glucose Monitor (Dexcom / FreeStyle Libre) through Chinese airport security? A: Yes. Inform the CAAC security officer before walking through the scanner that you are wearing an attached medical device and request a manual pat-down inspection instead of millimeter-wave or X-ray exposure on the spare sensors. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 34: EpiPen / EpiPen Jr / Auvi-Q / Emerade / Jext (Epinephrine Auto-Injector) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: epipen-epinephrine-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/epipen-epinephrine-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Epinephrine Auto-Injector - CAS Registry Number: 51-43-4 - Primary Brands: EpiPen, EpiPen Jr, Auvi-Q, Emerade, Jext - Chinese Generic Name: 肾上腺素自动注射笔（过敏性休克急救笔） - Pinyin Pronunciation: Shèn shàng xiàn sù zì dòng zhù shè bǐ (Guò mǐn jí jiù) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 中国零售药店无预充式 EpiPen 自动注射笔（急性过敏休克请立即拨打 120 送医院急诊科肌注盐酸肾上腺素）, 仅北京/上海和睦家等少数外资医院偶有进口备货 - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 4 auto-injector pens for personal emergency backup (Max days: 180) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Personal Emergency Medication Provisions; CAAC Aviation Security Guidelines for Life-Saving Auto-Injectors. - Customs Summary: CRITICAL TRAVEL ADVISORY: Bringing your own EpiPen into China is 100% legal and ESSENTIAL because commercial pre-filled Epinephrine auto-injectors (EpiPen) are NOT sold at retail pharmacies in mainland China (Chinese hospitals only use manual glass ampoules in ER). Bring 2-4 auto-injectors in your carry-on with a doctor's letter. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted at China Customs. At CAAC airport security, present your doctor's anaphylaxis action plan and prescription so security officers allow the spring-loaded needle device in your cabin bag. - Declaration Requirement: Green Channel at customs. Present physician letter at airport security screening due to concealed spring needle and liquid. - Local China Alternative: WARNING: Retail EpiPen auto-injectors are virtually unavailable inside mainland China. In an anaphylactic emergency in China, call 120 immediately and go to the nearest hospital Emergency Room (急诊科) for manual intramuscular Epinephrine (肾上腺素注射液). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Pack at least 2 to 4 unexpired EpiPen / Auvi-Q auto-injectors in your cabin bag (never in checked luggage where extreme temperatures degrade epinephrine). * Carry a signed physician letter stating 'Severe Life-Threatening Anaphylaxis — Must Carry Epinephrine Auto-Injector on Person at All Times'. * Save a Chinese allergy chef warning card on your phone if allergic to peanuts (花生), tree nuts (坚果), sesame (芝麻), or shellfish (海鲜/虾蟹). - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "【紧急医疗求助】患者有严重过敏性休克病史（如花生/坚果/海鲜过敏）。中国药店无售预充式肾上腺素笔（EpiPen），若发生呼吸困难、喉头水肿或全身荨麻疹，请立即拨打 120 送往最近医院【急诊科】肌肉注射盐酸肾上腺素（Epinephrine 0.3mg/0.5mg IM）！" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "EMERGENCY ANAPHYLAXIS CARD: EpiPen auto-injectors are not sold in Chinese retail pharmacies. If experiencing severe allergic reaction, call 120 or show this card to go immediately to a Hospital Emergency Room (急诊科) for intramuscular Epinephrine (盐酸肾上腺素注射液)." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring an EpiPen on flights to and within China? A: Yes. Both international flights into China and domestic Chinese flights (CAAC) allow passengers to carry EpiPen auto-injectors in cabin baggage when accompanied by an official pharmacy label and a doctor's allergy certificate. Q: Can I buy a replacement EpiPen at a Chinese pharmacy if I lose mine? A: No. Commercial auto-injectors like EpiPen are not distributed in mainland Chinese retail pharmacies. Only select international expat hospitals (like United Family in Beijing/Shanghai) occasionally stock imported pens; public hospitals administer epinephrine manually via syringe in the Emergency Department (急诊科). -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 35: Claritin / Zyrtec / Allegra / Xyzal / Aerius (Loratadine / Cetirizine / Fexofenadine) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: claritin-zyrtec-allergy-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/claritin-zyrtec-allergy-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Loratadine / Cetirizine / Fexofenadine - CAS Registry Number: 79794-75-5 - Primary Brands: Claritin, Zyrtec, Allegra, Xyzal, Aerius - Chinese Generic Name: 氯雷他定 (开瑞坦) / 西替利嗪 (仙特明) - Pinyin Pronunciation: Lǜ léi tā dìng (Kāi ruì tǎn) / Xī tì lì qín (Xiān tè míng) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 开瑞坦 Claritin（氯雷他定片 — 拜耳原研 OTC）, 仙特明 Zyrtec（盐酸西替利嗪片 / 滴剂 — OTC）, 辅舒良 Flonase（丙酸氟替卡松鼻喷雾剂 — OTC） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 90 days personal supply (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Personal Luggage Guidelines; NMPA Non-Prescription OTC Drug Directory. - Customs Summary: Standard non-drowsy second-generation antihistamines (Claritin, Zyrtec, Allegra) are 100% legal OTC medications in China. Walk through the Green Channel. CRITICAL WARNING: Bring standard Claritin/Zyrtec, NOT 'Claritin-D' or 'Zyrtec-D' (which contain controlled Pseudoephedrine). - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted up to 90 days personal supply for standard Loratadine, Cetirizine, or Fexofenadine. Avoid '-D' decongestant combinations containing Pseudoephedrine. - Declaration Requirement: No customs declaration required for standard allergy tablets, syrups, or nasal sprays (Flonase / Nasonex). - Local China Alternative: Identical international brands—Claritin (开瑞坦 Loratadine) and Zyrtec (仙特明 Cetirizine)—are sold over-the-counter at every pharmacy in China for ~$3-$6 USD without a prescription. - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Check the box label carefully: pack regular 'Claritin' or 'Zyrtec', NOT 'Claritin-D' or 'Zyrtec-D' (the '-D' means Pseudoephedrine, which is a strictly controlled precursor chemical in China). * Keep blister packs in original retail boxes. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "药师您好：我需要购买抗过敏药（治疗过敏性鼻炎/荨麻疹），请问有【开瑞坦（氯雷他定片）】或【仙特明（盐酸西替利嗪片）】吗？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need an OTC antihistamine for allergies: Loratadine (Claritin / 开瑞坦) or Cetirizine (Zyrtec / 仙特明)." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: What is the difference between bringing Claritin vs. Claritin-D to China? A: Regular Claritin (Loratadine) and Zyrtec (Cetirizine) are completely unrestricted OTC allergy meds. However, 'Claritin-D' and 'Zyrtec-D' contain Pseudoephedrine, which China regulates strictly as a methamphetamine precursor (limited to 1-2 boxes maximum). Q: Can I buy Claritin or Zyrtec over the counter in China? A: Yes! Both Bayer's Claritin (开瑞坦) and UCB's Zyrtec (仙特明) are sold over the counter at almost every neighborhood pharmacy in China without a prescription. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 36: Benadryl / ZzzQuil / Unisom SleepGels / Nytol / Drewell (ドリエル) (Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: benadryl-diphenhydramine-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/benadryl-diphenhydramine-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride - CAS Registry Number: 147-24-0 - Primary Brands: Benadryl, ZzzQuil, Unisom SleepGels, Nytol, Drewell (ドリエル) - Chinese Generic Name: 苯海拉明 - Pinyin Pronunciation: Běn hǎi lā míng - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 盐酸苯海拉明片（OTC 抗过敏/防晕车）, 茶苯海明片（乘晕宁 Dramamine） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 30-90 days personal supply (1-2 retail boxes) (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Personal Luggage Provisions; NMPA OTC Drug Catalogue. - Customs Summary: First-generation antihistamine and OTC sleep aid (Benadryl, ZzzQuil, Japanese Drewell). Legal to bring into China in personal travel quantities via the Green Channel (unlike Japan, mainland China does NOT ban Diphenhydramine, though travelers transiting via Tokyo should exercise caution). - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for reasonable personal travel supply (1-2 retail boxes, up to 30-90 days). Ensure the product is pure Diphenhydramine and does not contain Pseudoephedrine or Codeine. - Declaration Requirement: No customs declaration required for standard personal quantities. - Local China Alternative: Available at Chinese pharmacies and hospital clinics as Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride tablets (盐酸苯海拉明片). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Verify that you are packing plain Benadryl (Diphenhydramine), NOT 'Benadryl Allergy Plus Congestion' which may contain Phenylephrine or Pseudoephedrine. * Keep in original retail blister packaging. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "药师您好：请问有【盐酸苯海拉明片】吗？用于急性皮肤过敏、荨麻疹或防晕车助眠。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need Diphenhydramine (Benadryl / 盐酸苯海拉明片) for acute allergic reaction, hives, or motion sickness." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Is Benadryl or ZzzQuil legal to bring into China? A: Yes. Diphenhydramine (the active ingredient in Benadryl and ZzzQuil) is a legal over-the-counter antihistamine in mainland China. You can bring 1-2 personal boxes through the Green Channel. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 37: Amoxicillin / Augmentin / Zithromax (Z-Pak) / Azithromycin / Cipro (Ciprofloxacin) / Doxycycline (Amoxicillin / Clavulanate / Azithromycin / Ciprofloxacin) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: antibiotics-amoxicillin-azithromycin-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/antibiotics-amoxicillin-azithromycin-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Amoxicillin / Clavulanate / Azithromycin / Ciprofloxacin - CAS Registry Number: 26787-78-0 - Primary Brands: Amoxicillin, Augmentin, Zithromax (Z-Pak), Azithromycin, Cipro (Ciprofloxacin), Doxycycline - Chinese Generic Name: 抗生素（阿莫西林 / 奥格门汀 / 阿奇霉素 / 环丙沙星） - Pinyin Pronunciation: Ā mò xī lín / Ā qí méi sù (Kàng shēng sù) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 希舒美 Zithromax（阿奇霉素片 — 需凭处方或药店互联网医院开方）, 奥格门汀 Augmentin（阿莫西林克拉维酸钾片 — 处方药）, 阿莫西林胶囊（处方药 — 需确认无青霉素过敏） - Statutory Status: GREEN (ALLOWED) - Customs Clearance Channel: GREEN_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Up to 30-90 days personal course (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: GACC Personal Luggage Rules; NMPA Prescription Antimicrobial Stewardship Regulations. - Customs Summary: Personal standby travel antibiotics (such as a Z-Pak for traveler's diarrhea, Augmentin, or Doxycycline) are 100% legal to bring into China via the Green Channel with a prescription. NOTE: Inside China, antibiotics are strictly Prescription-Only (处方药) and cannot be bought without a doctor check or online pharmacist Rx. - Customs Officer Rule: Green Channel permitted for reasonable personal courses (typically 1-2 treatment packs / up to 30-90 days for Doxycycline prophylaxis) in original pharmacy packaging. - Declaration Requirement: No customs declaration required for personal courses carried in original pharmacy boxes. - Local China Alternative: Widely stocked in China—including Pfizer Zithromax (希舒美), Augmentin (奥格门汀), and Amoxicillin (阿莫西林)—but Chinese pharmacies legally require a prescription (obtainable on-site via quick digital doctor consultation at major chains or at any hospital clinic). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Bring a standby course of Azithromycin (Z-Pak) or Rifaximin from your home travel clinic for severe traveler's diarrhea. * Keep antibiotics in original pharmacy-labeled boxes. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "医生/药师您好：我是外籍旅客，出现急性细菌感染症状（如呼吸道感染/旅行者腹泻），需要开具【阿奇霉素片（希舒美）】或【阿莫西林克拉维酸钾（奥格门汀）】。本人无青霉素及大环内酯类药物过敏史，请问能否通过药店远程审方或门诊开具处方？" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I need a prescription antibiotic: Azithromycin (Zithromax / 希舒美) or Amoxicillin-Clavulanate (Augmentin / 奥格门汀). Note: Antibiotics in China require a doctor or in-pharmacy telehealth prescription." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring a Z-Pak (Azithromycin) or Amoxicillin to China in my travel kit? A: Yes. Standard antibiotics carry zero narcotic or psychotropic restrictions at China Customs. You can walk straight through the Green Channel with your personal travel course. Q: Can I buy antibiotics over the counter at Chinese pharmacies? A: China enforces strict antibiotic prescription laws: retail pharmacies cannot sell Amoxicillin or Azithromycin without a prescription. However, many large pharmacy chains in China offer an instant 2-minute digital doctor consultation at the counter (requiring a Chinese phone number/passport), or you can visit any hospital outpatient clinic. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DOSSIER 38: AndroGel / Nebido / Sustanon / Testim / Depo-Testosterone / Estradiol (Estrogel / Progynova) (Testosterone / Estradiol Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)) -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - Slug: testosterone-hrt-in-china - URL: https://chinamedscheck.com/drugs/testosterone-hrt-in-china - Generic Chemical Name: Testosterone / Estradiol Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) - CAS Registry Number: 58-22-0 - Primary Brands: AndroGel, Nebido, Sustanon, Testim, Depo-Testosterone, Estradiol (Estrogel / Progynova) - Chinese Generic Name: 睾酮 / 雌二醇（激素替代疗法 HRT / 安特尔） - Pinyin Pronunciation: Gāo tóng / Cí èr chún (Jī sù tì dài liáo fǎ) - Leading Domestic Chinese Brands: 安特尔 Andriol（十一酸睾酮软胶囊 — 需三甲内分泌科/男科处方）, 补佳乐 Progynova（戊酸雌二醇片 — 处方药） - Statutory Status: YELLOW (CONTROLLED) - Customs Clearance Channel: RED_CHANNEL - Maximum Traveler Allowance: Max 30-90 days personal prescribed regimen (Max days: 90) - Statutory Legal Basis: State Council Anti-Doping Regulations (2004 Decree No. 398 — Peptide Hormones & Anabolic Agents Catalogue); GACC Personal Medical Exemption. - Customs Summary: Personal Hormone Replacement Therapy (Testosterone gels/vials or Estradiol tablets/patches) is permitted for genuine medical use (hypogonadism, menopause, or gender-affirming HRT) with a formal physician prescription. However, because Testosterone is listed on China's Anti-Doping / Anabolic Steroid Catalogue, carrying bulk vials without a prescription is strictly prohibited. - Customs Officer Rule: Carry up to a 30-to-90 day personal supply in original pharmacy packaging with a signed physician letter stating your endocrine diagnosis and dosage. Declare at the Red Channel if carrying injectable testosterone vials and syringes. - Declaration Requirement: Mandatory doctor's prescription matching passport name. Declare at Red Channel if carrying injectable testosterone vials/ampoules and syringes. - Local China Alternative: Oral Testosterone Undecanoate (Andriol / 安特尔) and Estradiol Valerate (Progynova / 补佳乐) are available at Tier-3 hospital endocrinology departments and international expat clinics (United Family, Jiahui Health). - Packing & Luggage Advice: * Keep all testosterone gels, ampoules, or estradiol patches in original boxes bearing your pharmacy prescription label. * Carry an official letter from your endocrinologist confirming personal HRT/TRT therapy and specifying any accompanying intramuscular syringes. * Never bring unlabelled underground steroid vials—customs prosecutes bulk anabolic steroid smuggling. - Chinese Pharmacy Communication Note: "医生您好：我是外籍患者，长期接受内分泌激素替代治疗（TRT/HRT），随附本国专科医生处方。现希望挂号内分泌科评估，开具【安特尔（十一酸睾酮）】或【补佳乐（戊酸雌二醇）】维持治疗。" - Pharmacist English Instruction: "I am on prescribed Hormone Replacement Therapy (Testosterone / 睾酮 or Estradiol / 雌二醇). Here is my home country endocrinologist prescription for local hospital evaluation." - Frequently Asked Questions: Q: Can I bring Testosterone (TRT / HRT) into China with a prescription? A: Yes. While anabolic steroids are regulated under China's Anti-Doping Regulations to prevent commercial trafficking, personal medical use of prescribed Testosterone (AndroGel, Nebido, Depo-Testosterone) is permitted when accompanied by a formal doctor's prescription and diagnosis letter. ================================================================================ PART 4: PORT ENTRY DECLARATION PROTOCOLS (PVG, PEK, PKX, CAN) ================================================================================ 1. Statutory Clearance Workflow at China Border Ports: - Upon debarkation and international baggage claim, all passengers must choose either the Red Channel (Goods to Declare / 申报通道) or Green Channel (Nothing to Declare / 无申报通道). - If carrying Class I/II psychotropics, ordinary medications exceeding a 30-day supply, or unprescribed injectables, travelers must proceed directly to the Red Channel Customs Declaration Counter (海关申报台). - Documents to present: a) Valid passport and inbound travel documentation; b) Completed Customs Baggage Declaration Form for Inbound Passengers (中华人民共和国海关进出境旅客行李物品申报单); c) Original medical prescription or clinical diagnosis certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner, clearly matching the traveler's legal name, diagnosis, medication formulation, and prescribed daily dosage; d) Medications in original manufacturer blister packs, bottles, or packaging with intact pharmaceutical labels. 2. Major Port Considerations: - Shanghai Customs (PVG Pudong & SHA Hongqiao): Declaration counters are clearly designated at the customs inspection area before exit. Officers inspect documentation against quantities carried according to GACC Decree No. 43. - Beijing Customs (PEK Capital & PKX Daxing): Automated health inspection is followed by luggage customs clearance. Baggage marked for secondary inspection must be presented at the customs desk without bypassing inspection. - Guangzhou Customs (CAN Baiyun) & Shenzhen Border Ports: Strict anti-smuggling vigilance is enforced on international and transit arrivals; psychotropic medications without official prescription documentation are subject to immediate detention and administrative penalty. ================================================================================ END OF KNOWLEDGE BASE - CHINAMEDSCHECK 2026/2027 ================================================================================