Atomoxetine in Indonesia: BPOM Rules and Xenocy

Quick reference

Drug class: Selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
Controlled substance: No, not scheduled under Indonesian Law No. 35 of 2009 (narcotics) or Law No. 5 of 1997 (psychotropics)
Prescription required: Yes, prescription-only (obat keras) in Indonesia
Available locally: Registered as Xenocy; stock varies — larger chains and hospital pharmacies more likely; local prescription required
Storage: Store at 25°C; short excursions 15–30°C permitted (US label). No refrigeration needed.
Max supply to carry: Up to 90 days, with your prescription and BPOM Formulir Khusus; carry a doctor's letter too (BPOM personal-import rule)
Key document: Original prescription plus doctor's letter on official letterhead; BPOM Formulir Khusus; All Indonesia arrival card (customs declaration). English or Bahasa Indonesia acceptable. BPOM's personal-import guidance lists only the Formulir Khusus and a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation; it does not mention notarisation or embassy legalisation. Confirm with BPOM or your nearest Indonesian embassy before travel.
Emergency alternative: Contact the psychiatry department at a major private hospital (e.g. Siloam, Pondok Indah), calling ahead to check psychiatrist availability, to seek a local Indonesian prescription for Xenocy.

Atomoxetine in Indonesia: what changes when you travel

Atomoxetine, sold globally as Strattera and in Indonesia as Xenocy, is not scheduled under Indonesian narcotics or psychotropics law^[1], which makes it significantly easier to travel with than stimulant alternatives. The main travel challenges include Indonesia's tropical heat, which can push ambient temperatures above 30°C, the top of the permitted excursion range on the US label. A foreign prescription cannot be dispensed at Indonesian pharmacies, so you must also obtain a local prescription from an Indonesian-registered doctor if you need to refill in-country.

Medical disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your prescribing doctor before travelling with medication, particularly regarding supply quantities, storage requirements, and import documentation. Regulations can change; verify current rules with BPOM and your nearest Indonesian embassy before departure.

Documentation for travelling to Indonesia with atomoxetine

Atomoxetine is prescription-only (obat keras) in Indonesia. You must carry an original prescription in your name, as BPOM requires a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation for any medicine brought in from abroad^[9]^[2]. Alongside it, you must carry a doctor's letter on official clinic letterhead explaining the medicine and dose, with your name matching your travel documents^[12]. You must also complete BPOM's special personal-import form (Formulir Khusus), annexed to Peraturan BPOM No. 28 of 2023. Attach your prescription and give both to Customs (Bea Cukai) on arrival. No BPOM approval or import permit is needed for personal-use quantities.^[9]^[2] Documents in English are accepted by Indonesian customs^[3]; translation to Bahasa Indonesia is only needed if your documents are in a third language. BPOM's personal-import guidance lists only the Formulir Khusus and a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation; it does not mention notarisation or embassy legalisation.^[9]^[2] Confirm with BPOM or your nearest Indonesian embassy before travel.

Pre-travel paperwork timeline

T-30 days
Book a prescriber appointment to renew your prescription and request a doctor's letter covering your entire trip duration. Ask for the letter to be on official clinic letterhead.Prescriber letter
T-14 days
No BPOM import permit is required for atomoxetine, but the Formulir Khusus is. Confirm current requirements with BPOM or your nearest Indonesian embassy.BPOM confirmation
BPOM website: https://www.pom.go.id, allow 3–5 working days for any email inquiry response.
T-7 days
Download and complete BPOM's Formulir Khusus (personal-import notification form). In the remarks column, enter your daily dose exactly as written on your prescription. Attach a copy of the prescription.BPOM Formulir Khusus
T-7 days
If your doctor's letter or prescription is in a language other than English or Bahasa Indonesia, have it translated into English or Bahasa Indonesia. Check that your name matches your passport exactly on all documents.Translated letter
T-1 day
Print all documents, do not rely on phone-only copies at the border. Pack medication in its original pharmacy packaging with the dispensing label visible. Carry your main supply in hand luggage and pack a smaller backup in checked luggage, both in original pharmacy packaging.
T-0 (border)
Before arrival, complete the All Indonesia arrival card at allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id or in the All Indonesia app. It includes the electronic customs declaration; declare your atomoxetine there. At the border, give Bea Cukai your Formulir Khusus with your prescription attached, and show your doctor's letter if asked.

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What your doctor's letter must include

Full legal name (matching passport exactly), medication name (INN: atomoxetine; brand: Strattera or Xenocy), dose and frequency, quantity carried, condition name, doctor's signature and registration number, clinic name and letterhead. English is accepted; a Bahasa Indonesia translation is only needed if the source language is a third language.

BPOM's personal-import guidance lists only the Formulir Khusus and a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation; it does not mention notarisation or embassy legalisation.^[9]^[2] Confirm with BPOM or your nearest Indonesian embassy before travel.

How much atomoxetine to bring

BPOM allows up to 90 days' (3 months') supply of a personal-use medicine, backed by a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation and declared on the Formulir Khusus.^[9]^[4] Carry your doctor's letter as well. Refilling in-country requires a new prescription from an Indonesian-registered doctor, so carrying your full supply is the more reliable option for trips well under 90 days. You may add a 10–20% buffer for delays or lost capsules, but your total, buffer included, must stay within the 90-day (3-month) BPOM limit. For stays close to or longer than 90 days, do not add a buffer on top. Plan a local refill with an Indonesian-registered doctor instead. Make sure your doctor's letter and the Formulir Khusus state the exact quantity you are carrying, buffer included, and that the daily dose matches your prescription.

Split your supply

Carry your main supply in hand luggage and a backup quantity in checked luggage. If one bag is delayed or lost, you retain access to medication. Keep both portions in original pharmacy packaging with labels visible.

Packing and storing atomoxetine for travel

Store atomoxetine at 25°C; short excursions between 15°C and 30°C are permitted (US Strattera label)^[5]. Check the storage instructions on your own pack, as labels can differ by country. Keep your main supply in your hand luggage and a smaller backup in checked luggage, both in the original pharmacy packaging (see 'Split your supply' above). During layovers, keep the medication in an insulated pouch away from direct sunlight.

Airport security with atomoxetine

Atomoxetine capsules pass through standard X-ray screening without issue. Keep them in the original pharmacy container so security staff can read the label. At security screening in most departure airports you do not have to declare capsules proactively, but keeping your doctor's letter to hand avoids delays if your bag is flagged for inspection. This applies only to departure security screening. On arrival in Indonesia, declaring your medicine is mandatory (see below). Place the medication in an accessible pocket of your carry-on rather than buried at the bottom of a bag.

Customs and medication import rules for Indonesia

Before arrival, you must complete the All Indonesia arrival card at allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id or in the All Indonesia app, which includes the electronic customs declaration^[11]. Declare your atomoxetine there. Atomoxetine is not a controlled substance under Indonesian law, so no advance import permit from BPOM is required for personal quantities, but you must submit the Formulir Khusus with your prescription to Bea Cukai^[9]. Customs (Bea Cukai) verifies your form and documents. Medicines can be seized if the required documents are missing.^[10]^[9] BPOM allows up to 90 days' (3 months') supply of a personal-use medicine, backed by a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation and declared on the Formulir Khusus^[9]^[4]. Carry your doctor's letter as well. Quantities that appear excessive for personal use can be confiscated, so carry only what is documented.

Keep original packaging at the border

Indonesian Customs can and do inspect medication. A complete documentation set is your original pharmacy packaging with the dispensing label, your doctor's letter, your prescription and BPOM's Formulir Khusus. Keep them all in the same accessible pocket of your carry-on. If questioned, stay calm and show your documents: atomoxetine is a lawful prescription medication in Indonesia.

Atomoxetine availability in Indonesia

Brands of atomoxetine sold in Indonesia

Brand name	Indication	Formulation	Supply note
Xenocy	ADHD	Capsule (10 mg); other strengths, verify locally	Stock varies; hospital pharmacies and larger chains are more likely to carry it, so call ahead. Local prescription required

Atomoxetine is registered in Indonesia under the brand name Xenocy^[7]. Stock varies; hospital pharmacies and larger chains are more likely to carry it, so call ahead. A prescription from a doctor registered in Indonesia is required, foreign prescriptions cannot be honoured by Indonesian pharmacists under national law. For details on navigating ADHD medication access more broadly, see Nomedic's Indonesia ADHD travel guide.

Finding a doctor who can prescribe atomoxetine in Indonesia

A psychiatrist (psikiater) or paediatrician with a valid Indonesian practice licence (SIP) can prescribe atomoxetine. Private hospitals that see international patients, such as Siloam Hospitals and Pondok Indah Hospital in Jakarta, are a practical first stop. In Bali, Unicare Clinic says it serves expatriates and digital nomads^[8]. Call ahead to check that an English-speaking psychiatrist is available and that they will prescribe atomoxetine. Bring your home doctor's letter and medical history to the consultation, this greatly speeds the prescribing process.

Private consultation fees for a psychiatrist in Jakarta or Bali are approximately IDR 300,000–600,000 (~$18–$37 / ~€17–€34) per visit, though this varies by clinic.

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Storing atomoxetine while in Indonesia

Per the FDA prescribing information, atomoxetine should be stored at 25°C with excursions permitted to 15–30°C^[5]. Indonesia is hot and humid year-round, and daytime temperatures in Jakarta and other lowland areas often rise above 30°C, the top of the permitted excursion range. Store capsules in an air-conditioned room and never leave them in a bag in direct sunlight or a parked vehicle. If there is a power outage at your accommodation, move capsules to the coolest enclosed space available and avoid prolonged exposure above 30°C.

What to do if something goes wrong with your atomoxetine in Indonesia

If your medication is lost, stolen, or damaged, report it to local police immediately to obtain a police report, this document supports an insurance claim and assists a local doctor in issuing a replacement prescription. Contact your travel insurer's emergency assistance line next, as some policies cover medication replacement costs.

If you run out unexpectedly, attend the psychiatry department at a major private hospital. Bring all existing documentation (home prescription, doctor's letter, your IPS). Because atomoxetine is not a controlled substance in Indonesia, the prescribing pathway is simpler than for psychotropic stimulants. Atomoxetine is registered locally as Xenocy, and you will need the Indonesian prescription to get it. Stock varies from pharmacy to pharmacy. Hospital pharmacies and larger chains are more likely to carry it, so call ahead.

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Indonesia's national emergency number is 112. For a medical emergency specifically, dial 119 to reach emergency ambulance services. Private hospital emergency departments in Jakarta, Bali, and Surabaya operate 24 hours and typically have English-speaking staff.

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Frequently asked questions

Is atomoxetine legal in Indonesia?

Yes, atomoxetine is legal in Indonesia, but it is a prescription-only medicine (obat keras), and you must carry your original prescription and a doctor's letter on official letterhead. BPOM allows up to 90 days' (3 months') supply of a personal-use medicine, backed by a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation and declared on the Formulir Khusus.^[9]^[2] Carry your doctor's letter as well. Atomoxetine is also registered locally as Xenocy^[7]. Stock varies: larger chains and hospital pharmacies are more likely to carry it, and you need a local prescription.

Can I bring atomoxetine into Indonesia without a permit?

Yes. Atomoxetine is not scheduled under Indonesian narcotics or psychotropics law, so no advance import permit from BPOM is required, but you must complete BPOM's Formulir Khusus and present it to Customs with your prescription.^[9] BPOM allows up to 90 days' (3 months') supply of a personal-use medicine, backed by a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation and declared on the Formulir Khusus.^[9]^[2] Carry your doctor's letter as well, on official letterhead; documents in English are accepted.

Do I need a doctor's letter to fly with atomoxetine?

Yes, carry one. BPOM requires a doctor's prescription or hospital recommendation for any prescription medicine you bring into Indonesia^[9], and Indonesian embassy guidance asks travellers to carry a doctor's letter explaining the medicine and dose^[12]. Carry the letter with your original prescription and BPOM's Formulir Khusus. The letter should include your full name as on your passport, the INN (atomoxetine) and brand, dose, quantity carried, and your doctor's registration number.

How should I store atomoxetine during Indonesia's tropical heat?

Store at 25°C; short excursions between 15°C and 30°C are permitted (US Strattera label).^[5] Check the storage instructions on your own pack, as labels can differ by country. Indonesia is hot and humid year-round, and daytime temperatures in Jakarta and other lowland areas often rise above 30°C, the top of the permitted excursion range. Store your capsules in your accommodation's air-conditioned room, away from windows and direct sunlight, and never leave them in a bag in a parked vehicle or exposed outdoor bag.

What if I run out of atomoxetine while in Bali or Jakarta?

Visit the psychiatry outpatient clinic at a private hospital. Siloam Hospitals and Pondok Indah (Jakarta) or Bali's Unicare Clinic are options to contact; call ahead to check psychiatrist availability. Bring your home prescription and doctor's letter to support the consultation. Once an Indonesian psychiatrist issues a local prescription, ask for Xenocy at a hospital pharmacy or a larger chain such as Kimia Farma. Stock varies, so call ahead.

Is Xenocy (atomoxetine) available at Indonesian pharmacies?

Xenocy, the Indonesian brand of atomoxetine, is registered in Indonesia^[7]. Stock varies; hospital pharmacies and larger chains are more likely to carry it, so call ahead. You will need a valid prescription issued by an Indonesian-registered doctor. Foreign prescriptions cannot be dispensed at Indonesian pharmacies under national law, so you will need a local consultation to obtain one in-country.

Is Strattera available in Indonesian pharmacies?

Strattera, the brand name used in Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, Spain, and the United States, is not the name sold in Indonesia. The local equivalent is Xenocy, which contains the same active ingredient, atomoxetine. If you search for Strattera specifically at an Indonesian pharmacy, ask for Xenocy or use the INN atomoxetine (atomoxetin in Bahasa Indonesia).

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