Brufen 400 vs Ibugesic 400: price, salt & differences
Brufen 400 and Ibugesic 400 both contain Ibuprofen 400 mg – the same medicine in the same dose, so they work the same way. Brufen 400 by Abbott is ₹25.75 for 20 tablets (₹1.29 per tablet) and Ibugesic 400 by Cipla Ltd is ₹8.27 for 10 tablets (₹0.83 per tablet), so Ibugesic 400 works out cheaper per tablet. Neither is clinically better; ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Key differences
| Aspect | Brufen 400 | Ibugesic 400 |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Ibuprofen | Ibuprofen |
| Strength | 400 mg | 400 mg |
| Manufacturer | Abbott | Cipla Ltd |
| Pack size | 20 tablets | 10 tablets |
| MRP | ₹25.75 for 20 tablets | ₹8.27 for 10 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹1.29 per tablet | ₹0.83 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Headache and migraine. | Headache and migraine. |
| Who it suits / key caution | Pain with swelling – sprains, dental pain, period pain. Take after food; avoid if you have a stomach ulcer, weak kidneys, heart failure or in late pregnancy. | Same as Brufen 400 – identical salt and strength, so the same cautions apply. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Brufen 400 और Ibugesic 400 में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में एक ही salt – Ibuprofen 400 mg – है, इसलिए असर एक जैसा है। फर्क company और कीमत का है: Brufen 400 (Abbott) की MRP ₹25.75 (20 tablets) है और Ibugesic 400 (Cipla Ltd) की MRP ₹8.27 (10 tablets)।
Is Brufen 400 the same as Ibugesic 400?
Yes, medically. Both contain Ibuprofen 400 mg in tablet form. They are made by different companies – Abbott and Cipla Ltd – and may differ in pack size, price and tablet appearance, but the active ingredient and dose are identical.
Which is cheaper, Brufen 400 or Ibugesic 400?
Ibugesic 400 is cheaper per tablet at ₹0.83 against ₹1.29 for Brufen 400. The strip prices are ₹25.75 for 20 tablets (Brufen 400) and ₹8.27 for 10 tablets (Ibugesic 400).
Can I take Ibugesic 400 instead of Brufen 400?
Because the salt and strength are the same, a pharmacist can usually dispense Ibugesic 400 in place of Brufen 400 if your doctor is fine with it. Do not swap on your own if your doctor wrote a specific brand – ask them or the pharmacist first.
Is there a cheaper generic option?
Yes. Jan Aushadhi stores sell Ibuprofen Tablets IP 400 mg at ₹8.25 for 15 – about ₹0.55 per tablet. It is the same salt and strength, made to the same standards.
Do I need a prescription for Brufen 400 or Ibugesic 400?
Yes. Ibuprofen is a Schedule H medicine in India, so both brands need a valid prescription.
Brufen 400 vs Ibugesic 400 – which is cheaper per tablet?
Ibugesic 400 from Cipla is ₹0.83 per tablet versus ₹1.29 for Brufen 400 from Abbott. Both are Ibuprofen 400 mg and work the same way.
Sources
- NHS – Ibuprofen for adults (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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This page is general information, not medical advice. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without asking a doctor or pharmacist. Terms