Zerodol vs Hifenac: price, salt & differences
Zerodol and Hifenac both contain Aceclofenac 100 mg – the same medicine in the same dose, so they work the same way. Zerodol by Ipca Laboratories Ltd is ₹67.22 for 10 tablets (₹6.72 per tablet) and Hifenac by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd is ₹64.22 for 10 tablets (₹6.42 per tablet), so Hifenac works out cheaper per tablet. Neither is clinically better; ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Zerodol
Aceclofenac 100 mg · Ipca Laboratories Ltd
MRP ₹67.22 for 10
₹6.72 / tablet
Aceclofenac 100 mg detailsHifenac
Aceclofenac 100 mg · Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
MRP ₹64.22 for 10
₹6.42 / tablet
Aceclofenac 100 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Zerodol | Hifenac |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Aceclofenac | Aceclofenac |
| Strength | 100 mg | 100 mg |
| Manufacturer | Ipca Laboratories Ltd | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Pack size | 10 tablets | 10 tablets |
| MRP | ₹67.22 for 10 tablets | ₹64.22 for 10 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹6.72 per tablet | ₹6.42 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Joint pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear arthritis of the knees, hips and hands). | Joint pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis (wear-and-tear arthritis of the knees, hips and hands). |
| Who it suits / key caution | Joint and muscle pain with swelling; arthritis flares. Take after food; avoid in ulcer, weak kidneys, heart disease and late pregnancy. | Same as Zerodol – identical salt and strength, so the same cautions apply. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Zerodol और Hifenac में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में एक ही salt – Aceclofenac 100 mg – है, इसलिए असर एक जैसा है। फर्क company और कीमत का है: Zerodol (Ipca Laboratories Ltd) की MRP ₹67.22 (10 tablets) है और Hifenac (Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd) की MRP ₹64.22 (10 tablets)।
Is Zerodol the same as Hifenac?
Yes, medically. Both contain Aceclofenac 100 mg in tablet form. They are made by different companies – Ipca Laboratories Ltd and Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd – and may differ in pack size, price and tablet appearance, but the active ingredient and dose are identical.
Which is cheaper, Zerodol or Hifenac?
Hifenac is cheaper per tablet at ₹6.42 against ₹6.72 for Zerodol. The strip prices are ₹67.22 for 10 tablets (Zerodol) and ₹64.22 for 10 tablets (Hifenac).
Can I take Hifenac instead of Zerodol?
Because the salt and strength are the same, a pharmacist can usually dispense Hifenac in place of Zerodol 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 Aceclofenac Tablets IP 100 mg at ₹7.5 for 10 – about ₹0.75 per tablet. It is the same salt and strength, made to the same standards.
Do I need a prescription for Zerodol or Hifenac?
Yes. Aceclofenac is a Schedule H medicine in India, so both brands need a valid prescription.
Zerodol or Hifenac for back pain?
Both are Aceclofenac 100 mg and work the same way for back pain. Whichever you take, use it after food and for the shortest time possible.
Sources
- eMC – Preservex 100 mg (aceclofenac) patient leaflet (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