Ibuprofen 400
Ibuprofen 400 mg
The anti-inflammatory workhorse — stronger on swelling than paracetamol, harder on the stomach.
Educational reference only — not medical advice. *Doses shown are typical adult label doses. Read the pack, and confirm with a doctor or pharmacist — especially for children, pregnancy, the elderly, or any chronic condition.
What it's for
Uses
Why it earns its place
Benefits
- Reduces inflammation, not just pain — better for sprains and swollen joints
- Often stronger than paracetamol for period pain and dental pain
- Short-acting, so occasional use clears the body quickly
The honest column
Side effects
Common — usually settle
- Stomach pain or heartburn
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Stop & see a doctor
- Black stools or vomiting blood — stop immediately, emergency
- Swelling, breathlessness or reduced urination — kidney warning
- Wheezing in asthmatics — avoid if aspirin-sensitive
Before you take it
Cautions & interactions
- Never on an empty stomach — always after food or milk
- Avoid entirely in suspected dengue or any bleeding disorder
- Skip it if you have ulcers, kidney disease, uncontrolled BP or heart failure
- Don't combine with other NSAIDs (diclofenac, aspirin) — the risks stack
On the shelf
Brands in India & where to buy
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When to skip self-medication
Fever beyond 3 days, blood anywhere it shouldn't be, chest pain or breathlessness, severe abdominal pain, a child under 6, pregnancy, or symptoms bouncing back within a week — any of these means see a doctor the same day instead of reaching for this pack.
Read this before you reach for anything
This page is an educational reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a prescription. Doses shown are typical adult label doses for short-term self-care. Children, pregnant or breastfeeding women, the elderly, and anyone with chronic conditions or on regular medication should check with a doctor or pharmacist first. If symptoms are severe, unusual, or match any red flag above, skip the self-medication and see a doctor. Read how we work in our methodology.