Uses / Indications:
Pirfenex 200 mg Tablet is used for:
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) is a lung condition that becomes worse over time and causes lung tissue to scar and harden.
Aids in:
Slowing down the growth of lung fibrosis
Lessening inflammation in lung tissue
Increasing the ability to breathe
Improving the overall quality of life for people with IPF
Pregnancy interaction:
Safety During Pregnancy: You shouldn't take Pirfenex 200 mg Tablet (which has Pirfenidone) while pregnant unless you really have to.
Animal research have revealed that there may be a risk to the growing baby, but there isn't much human data.
Your doctor should only let you use it if the possible advantages are greater than the hazards.
Breastfeeding: We don't know if Pirfenidone gets into breast milk. Use with care while under medical supervision.
Expert advice:
To lessen stomach problems, take the drug with food.
Don't smoke, because it makes Pirfenidone less effective.
To avoid photosensitivity reactions, wear protective clothes or sunscreen.
Before and during therapy, you need to have regular liver function tests (LFTs).
If you notice any of the following symptoms, let your doctor know right away: yellowing of the skin or eyes, black urine, severe abdominal pain, or nausea that doesn't go away.
Don't change the dose or stop taking it without talking to a doctor beforehand.
Side Effects:
Feeling sick or throwing up
Not wanting to eat
Pain in the stomach
Feeling tired or weak
Losing weight
Rash or red skin
Being sensitive to sunlight
Pain in the head
Side Effects That Are Serious:
Problems with the liver (dark urine, yellowing of the skin and eyes)
Severe allergic symptoms, include swelling and trouble breathing
A cough that won't go away or getting worse dyspnea
Get medical help right away if you notice any major side effects.
How to use:
Take one pill three times a day, or as your doctor tells you to.
To avoid upsetting your stomach, always take with meal.
Do not crush or chew the tablet; just swallow it whole with a glass of water.
Titration: Your doctor may slowly raise the dose over the course of a few weeks to reduce side effects.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember, unless it's close to the following dose. Don't take twice as much.
If you stop taking it for more than a week, start again with a higher dose under the direction of a doctor.
How it works:
Pirfenex 200 mg Tablet has Pirfenidone in it, which is an anti-fibrotic and anti-inflammatory drug.
How it works:
It lowers the levels of growth factors and cytokines that cause lung tissue to become inflamed and scarred.
It helps keep lung function and make breathing easier by slowing down fibrosis (scarring).
Result: It doesn't cure idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, but it does slow down the destruction to the lungs and make life better.
Faq for medicine:
Q1: What is the purpose of Pirfenex 200 mg?
It is used to treat Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), a long-term lung disease that develops scarring (fibrosis) and makes it hard to breathe.
Q2: How long does it take for Pirfenex to work?
It can take a few weeks to a few months before you see any changes. The treatment doesn't totally cure the sickness; it just slows its progress.
Q3. Is it okay to eat while taking Pirfenex?
Yes. Taking it with food can help with stomach problems and nausea.
Q4. Is it okay to discontinue taking Pirfenex if I feel better?
No. Stopping the medicine all of a sudden could make your situation worse. Always talk to your doctor before stopping.
Q5. Does Pirfenex make you sleepy?
Some patients may feel weary or dizzy, especially at the start of treatment.
Q6. Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking Pirfenex?
Stay away from alcohol since it can hurt your liver, which is a recognized side effect of Pirfenidone.
Q7. What should I do to stay safe while using this medicine?
Pirfenidone may make you more sensitive to sunlight, so stay out of direct sunlight or UV rays.
Medicine interaction:
Stay away from or use with caution:
Fluvoxamine raises the levels of Pirfenidone and the risk of poisoning.
Ciprofloxacin with Enoxacin: They could raise the level of Pirfenidone in the blood.
Rifampicin: Makes Pirfenidone less effective.
Smoking: Makes the medication less effective.
Alcohol: raises the chance of liver damage.
Always inform your doctor about all prescription pharmaceuticals, OTC medications, or supplements you are using.
