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Brufen vs Ponstan: Which is Better for Pain Relief? (Dard ke liye konsa behtar hai?)
Brufen (Ibuprofen) and Ponstan (Mefenamic Acid) are both NSAIDs used for pain relief, but they have different strengths — general pain, period pain, or inflammation.
Br
Brufen
Ibuprofen 400mg
Po
Ponstan
Mefenamic Acid 250mg
FeatureBrufenPonstan
Generic (Salt)Ibuprofen 400mgMefenamic Acid 250mg
Drug classNSAIDNSAID (Fenamate)
General Pain✅ Excellent✅ Good
Period Pain✅ Effective✅ More effective
Fever✅ Effective⚠️ Less preferred
Inflammation✅ Strong anti-inflammatory⚠️ Moderate
Safe on Empty Stomach❌ No❌ No
For Children✅ Safe with correct dose⚠️ Limited data
Pregnancy (3rd trimester)❌ Avoid❌ Avoid
Elderly⚠️ Use with caution⚠️ Avoid in elderly
Kidney disease❌ Avoid❌ Avoid
Price (approx)Rs. 45–120Rs. 55–150
Hamare expert ka khayal (Verdict)
For general pain, fever, and inflammation, Brufen (Ibuprofen) is the better all-round option. For menstrual (period) pain, Ponstan (Mefenamic Acid) is generally more effective. Always take after food and do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
Disclaimer: Ye comparison sirf educational purposes ke liye hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein.