Pirfenidone Tablets 400 mg
Pirfenex 400 Tablet
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
1. Pirfenex 400 Tablet Composition :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet combination of :Pirfenidone ........................................... 400 mg
Pirfenidone is an antifibrotic drug.
2. Dosage forms & Strength :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet for oral administration only.
3. Pirfenex 400 Tablet Uses :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
IPF ( Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis ) is a condition in which your lung tissue swells and burns over time as a result, making it difficult to breathe deeply and the lungs are hard to function properly. Pirfenidone helps reduce scars and inflammation in the lungs, and helps in better breathing.
4. Pirfenex 400 Tablet Dosage :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is prescribed by your doctor.
Pirfenex 400 Tablet can be taken after food, as advised by your doctor.
Take Pirfenex 400 Tablet at the same time daily for the ease of remembering.
Avoid crushing, breaking or chewing the Pirfenex 400 Tablet.
However, it is important to continue taking Pirfenex 400 Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop taking Pirfenex 400 Tablet, your condition may worsen. Do not stop taking Pirfenex 400 Tablet without consulting your doctor.
5. Pirfenex 400 Tablet Sideeffects :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet side effects such as :
• Headache,
• Dizziness,
• Insomnia (difficulty sleeping),
• Loss of appetite,
• Weight loss,
• Upper respiratory tract infections,
• Sinus inflammation,
• Fatigue,
• Experiencing yellow or dark colored urine of the eyes or skin itchy skin, Feeling sick (nausea),
• Diarrhea,
• Indigestion or stomach upset,
• Bladder infection,
• Having difficulty sleeping,
• Shortness of breath cough,
• Muscle pain / joint pain,
• Sunburn,
There can be many other side effects as well as some side effects.
Those that have not been mentioned. However, if you have any experience of any sideeffets and if they do not reduce then consult your doctor.
6. How Dose Pirfenex 400 Tablet Work :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is a combination of : Pirfenidone.
Pirfenidone -
Pirfenidone is an antifibrotic drug. Pirfenidone works by reducing fibrosis ( lungs) and inflammation in the lungs. So that it is easier to breathe and helps you breathe better.
Thus, Pirfenex 400 Tablet is used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
7. Precautions & Warnings :-
• Allergy :
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Pirfenidone.
• Pregnancy :
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Therefore, pregnant women should consult their doctor.
• Breast-feeding :
Use of Pirfenex 400 Tablet during lactation is not recommended. Whether the constituent of Pirfenex 400 Tablet passes into breast milk is yet unknown.
• Liver impairment :
Pirfenex 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver problem as Pirfenex 400 Tablet may make your condition worse. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor liver function, if necessary, during treatment with Pirfenex 400 Tablet.
• Kidney impairment :
Pirfenex 400 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease as Pirfenex 400 Tablet may make your condition worse. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor kidney function, if necessary, during treatment with Pirfenex 400 tablets.
• Angioedema :
Patients with angioedema should use Pirfenex 400 Tablet with caution as it may lead to angioedema (a swollen condition under the skin). Use of Pirfenex 400 Tablet is not recommended in a patient with a history of Angioedema as it may worsen your condition.
• Use in pediatrics :
Pirfenex 400 Tablet are not recommended for use in children younger than 18 years of age.
• Alcohol :
The interaction of Pirfenex 400 Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Before consuming alcohol it is advisable to consult your doctor whether it is advisable to consume alcohol while taking Pirfenex 400 Tablet.
• Interaction with Medicine :
Some medicines like Fluvoxamine, Amiodarone, Propafenone, Ciprofloxacin and Enoxacin that may increase the side effects of Pirfenex 400 Tablet.
Certain medications such as omeprazole (used in the treatment of conditions such as indigestion, gastro-oesophageal refluxis) and Rifampicin that may reduce the effects of Pirfenex 400 Tablet.
• Sunlight :
Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking Pirfenex 400 Tablet and do not take certain medications such as tetracycline and doxycycline as these may make them more sensitive to sunlight.
• Grapefruit juice :
• Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking Pirfenex 400 Tablet.
• Smoking :
• People who smoke should stop smoking while taking Pirfenex 400 Tablet. Because smoking reduces the effect of Pirfenex 400 Tablet.
• Driving Vehicles and Operating Machines :
Pirfenex 400 Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness in some people. If you experience symptoms of drowsiness and dizziness, avoid activities that require mental focus. Like driving a vehicle and operating heavy machinery.
9. Pirfenex 400 Tablet Packaging Information :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet is a available in pack of 15 tablets strips.
11. Pirfenex 400 Tablet Storage :-
Pirfenex 400 Tablet store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
12. Pirfenex 400 Tablet Self life :-
Please see manufacturing date and expiry date printed on Pirfenex 400 Tablet pack.
13. Classification :-
Drug Name : Pirfenidone,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF),