Same medicine-different brand-different result

[poppysdad]

It might just be me but usual painkiller of choice is ibuprofen 400 and my preferred brand is Neurofen liquid capsules which I find work quickly and effectively and long lasting, but many pharmacies only stock the Mega brand of Gofen which I find less effective. On studying both I find that the Neurofen is a smaller capsule making me wonder if it’s more concentrated and a different colour to the Gofen implying different ingredients. Anyone have reasons as to why there would be these differences in what are supposed to be the same medication. 

[tweedledee2]

   The size, shape or color of a pill or capsule has no effect. Each of the pills you're comparing contain 400 mg of Ibuprofen.

[KhunBENQ]

On 12/20/2021 at 3:37 PM, poppysdad said:

Neurofen liquid capsules

To me it looks obvious that a liquid formula acts quicker.

It is not that simple that same substance/same amount is working independent of the formula/preparation.

I have some tablets for prostate problems which consist of three layers.

The instructions clearly says: don't try to split/dissolve or the like.

About the opposite of a liquid formula are sustained/extended release drugs.

[The Hammer2021]

Neither are advised for long term use and for me not very effective anyway.