Nurofen (ibuprofen)
Ibuprofen · Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
Used for: Pain, fever and inflammation.
Thai name: นูโรเฟน
- Available in Thailand
- YesNurofen 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 Nurofen?
Nurofen 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, 684 mg as film-coated tablet, suspension, capsule soft, by 2 licence holders. Brand names differ between countries, so outside Thailand ask for ibuprofen by name.
Is Nurofen available in Thailand?
Yes. Nurofen is registered with the Thai FDA. We found 3 active registrations (400 mg, 684 mg). 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: Nurofen
3 active registrations on the Thai FDA medicine register. Select a registration number to open the official record.
Registrations
| Product | Form | Legal class | Registration no. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUROFEN FLASH (684 MG)นูโรเฟน แฟลช (684 มก.) | film-coated tablet | Pharmacist | 1C 4/63 (N) |
| NUROFEN FOR CHILDREN- | suspension | Pharmacist | 1A 163/45 |
| NUROFEN ZAVANCE (400 MG)- | capsule soft | Pharmacist | 1C 150/57 |
Do I need a prescription for Nurofen in Thailand?
Not necessarily. Nurofen 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 Nurofen 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 Nurofen a narcotic or controlled substance in Thailand?
No. Nurofen (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 Nurofen. 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
- Buprofen
- Burofen
- Busofen
- Busofen-F
- Buwen
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