Buprofen (ibuprofen)
Ibuprofen · Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
Used for: Pain, fever and inflammation.
Thai name: บูโปรเฟ็น
- Available in Thailand
- YesBuprofen is registered in Thailand
- Active ingredient
- IbuprofenNon-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Prescription
- Pharmacist only (no prescription needed)
- Controlled substance
- NoNot narcotic or psychotropic
- Bringing it in
- AllowedTraveller rules
Source: Thai FDA official records · Last checked
What is Buprofen?
Buprofen is a brand of ibuprofen sold in Thailand. Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for pain, fever and inflammation. It is registered with the Thai FDA in 400 mg as film-coated tablet, and the Thai licence holder is บริษัท นิด้า ฟาร์มา อินคอร์ปอเรชั่น จำกัด. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for ibuprofen by name.
Is Buprofen available in Thailand?
Yes. Buprofen is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 1 active registration (400 mg), held by บริษัท นิด้า ฟาร์มา อินคอร์ปอเรชั่น จำกัด. Registration means the product is licensed for sale in Thailand. It does not guarantee that a particular pharmacy has it in stock.
Thai FDA registered products: Buprofen
1 active registration on the Thai FDA medicine register. Select a registration number to open the official record.
Registrations
| Product | Form | Legal class | Registration no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUPROFEN 400 MG F/Cบูโปรเฟ็น 400 มก. ชนิดเคลือบฟิล์ม | film - coated tablet | Pharmacist | 1A 56/38 |
Do I need a prescription for Buprofen in Thailand?
Not necessarily. Buprofen is classed as a dangerous drug (ยาอันตราย) under the Thai Drugs Act. This means it must be sold by a pharmacist in a licensed pharmacy, but a doctor’s prescription is not legally required.
Can I bring Buprofen into Thailand?
Allowed
Allowed for personal use: up to 30 days’ supply
- Bring no more than 30 days’ supply for your own use.
- Keep it in the original container.
- Carry your prescription or a doctor’s letter.
- Medicines cannot be posted or shipped to you in Thailand. The 30-day allowance applies to medicines you carry.
Legal basis: Drugs Act B.E. 2510 (1967), section 13(4). Thai FDA: FAQs on medicines (Drugs Act B.E. 2510, s.13(4))
Is Buprofen a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?
No. Buprofen (ibuprofen) is not a narcotic or psychotropic substance in Thailand. On the Thai FDA list it appears in the “others” group. The ordinary medicine rules apply.
Other ibuprofen products in Thailand
These contain the same active ingredient as Buprofen. They are not necessarily interchangeable: strength, form and approved uses can differ, so talk to your doctor before switching.
Thai brand names for ibuprofen
- Adavil
- Ambufen
- Anufen
- Aprofen
- Arthdal
- Bethofen
- Brugel
- Brumed
- Brumed-Pl
- Brumen
- Brupill
- Brusoft
- Brustan
- Brustat
- Buband
- Buflelx
- Buflex
- Bumafen
- Bunofen
- Burofen
- Busofen
- Busofen-F
- Buwen
- Cefen
and 94 more.
See every ibuprofen product in Thailand → · Thai brand names A–Z
Sources
- Thai FDA medicine register (ระบบค้นหาข้อมูลผลิตภัณฑ์ยา), active-ingredient search for “Ibuprofen”, retrieved 30 September 2026
- Thai FDA Narcotics Control Division, Permit for Traveller: drug list, retrieved 30 September 2026
- Thai FDA: FAQs on medicines (Drugs Act B.E. 2510, s.13(4))
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General information only, not medical or legal advice. Rules change, so confirm with the Thai FDA or a pharmacist before you buy, take or travel with a medicine. Medical disclaimer