# Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare ロキソニンS 12錠

- Name: Loxonin S / ロキソニンS / 第一三共 乐松 Loxonin S 止痛药 12片
- Brand: Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare / 第一三共ヘルスケア
- Category: OTC Medicines & Health Goods
- Page: https://bestjapanbuy.com/en/p/daiichi-sankyo-loxonin-s-12/
- Updated: 2026-10-23

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥558 (incl. tax); of the 21 destinations we check, it is restricted in all 21.

A loxoprofen sodium pain reliever classified as a Class 1 OTC drug: it can only be bought when a pharmacist is on duty and after the pharmacist explains it, and some stores limit quantities. The package insert lists pain relief and fever reduction for headache, menstrual pain, toothache, and more.

- Good for: People who want a strong go-to pain reliever and can communicate with a pharmacist
- Not for: Shopping when no pharmacist is on duty (you can't buy it then); not for children under 15

## Price in Japan

- Japan reference price incl. tax (Lowest online price, shipping not included): JP¥558
- Tax-free / after refund: JP¥507
- Flights: OK on the plane

## Taking it home (by destination)

| Destination | Result | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mainland China | △ Restricted | Medicines: reasonable amounts for personal use only; keep the original packaging and leaflet |
| Hong Kong | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Macao | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Taiwan | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Singapore | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| South Korea | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| United States | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Thailand | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Malaysia | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Philippines | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Vietnam | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Indonesia | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| India | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Australia | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| New Zealand | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Canada | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| United Kingdom | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Germany | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| France | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Italy | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |
| Spain | △ Restricted | Medicines: rules on quantities and ingredients differ by country. Bring only a reasonable personal supply and keep the leaflet and original packaging. |

## Specs

| Item | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Brand | Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare / 第一三共ヘルスケア |
| Model | ロキソニンS 12錠 |
| Type | Pain reliever |
| Japanese drug classification | Class 1 OTC drug (第1類医薬品, pharmacist required) |
| Contains ephedrine-type / codeine-type ingredients (per ingredient list) | No |
| Volume / count | 12 tablets |
| Main ingredients (per package) | Loxoprofen sodium hydrate 68.1mg |

## Reviews

TBD

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I take Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare ロキソニンS 12錠 home from Japan?

Of the 21 destinations we check, it is restricted in all 21.

### How much is the Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare ロキソニンS 12錠 in Japan tax-free?

As of 2026-10-23, the lowest online price on Kakaku.com is JP¥558 including tax. Tax-free or after the refund it is JP¥507. It costs less than JP¥5,000 (excl. tax) on its own, so you need to combine purchases at one store on one day to buy tax-free. From Nov 1, 2026, you pay the tax-included price in store and get the tax refunded when you leave Japan (a fee may apply).

### Where can I buy the Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare ロキソニンS 12錠 in Japan?

This is a Class 1 OTC drug: it can only be bought at a drugstore or pharmacy while a pharmacist is on duty. The price we list is from Kakaku.com (2026-10-23); prices in store may differ.


## Sources

- Specs: [Daiichi Sankyo Healthcare Loxonin S official site](https://www.daiichisankyo-hc.co.jp/site_loxonin-s/naifuku/)
- Japan price: [Kakaku.com](https://kakaku.com/medicine-item/K0000545262/) (2026-10-23)

> Data from BestJapanBuy (bestjapanbuy.com). Please credit and link to the page when using it. Prices are for reference only; check in store.
> Translated with AI; the Chinese version is authoritative.