Pirfenidone Tablets 200 mg
Ipf-Care Tablet
Ipf-Care Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
Ipf-Care Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
1. Ipf-Care Tablet Composition :-
Ipf-Care Tablet combination of :Pirfenidone ........................................... 200 mg
Pirfenidone is an antifibrotic drug.
2. Dosage forms & Strength :-
Ipf-Care Tablet for oral administration only.
3. Ipf-Care Tablet Uses :-
Ipf-Care 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. Ipf-Care Tablet Dosage :-
Ipf-Care Tablet is prescribed by your doctor.
Ipf-Care Tablet can be taken after food, as advised by your doctor.
Take Ipf-Care Tablet at the same time daily for the ease of remembering.
Avoid crushing, breaking or chewing the Ipf-Care Tablet.
However, it is important to continue taking Ipf-Care Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop taking Ipf-Care Tablet, your condition may worsen. Do not stop taking Ipf-Care Tablet without consulting your doctor.
5. Ipf-Care Tablet Sideeffects :-
Ipf-Care 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 Ipf-Care Tablet Work :-
Ipf-Care 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, Ipf-Care Tablet is used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
7. Precautions & Warnings :-
• Allergy :
Ipf-Care Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Pirfenidone.
• Pregnancy :
Ipf-Care Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Therefore, pregnant women should consult their doctor.
• Breast-feeding :
Use of Ipf-Care Tablet during lactation is not recommended. Whether the constituent of Ipf-Care Tablet passes into breast milk is yet unknown.
• Liver impairment :
Ipf-Care Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver problem as Ipf-Care Tablet may make your condition worse. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor liver function, if necessary, during treatment with Ipf-Care Tablet.
• Kidney impairment :
Ipf-Care Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease as Ipf-Care Tablet may make your condition worse. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor kidney function, if necessary, during treatment with Ipf-Care tablets.
• Angioedema :
Patients with angioedema should use Ipf-Care Tablet with caution as it may lead to angioedema (a swollen condition under the skin). Use of Ipf-Care Tablet is not recommended in a patient with a history of Angioedema as it may worsen your condition.
• Use in pediatrics :
Ipf-Care Tablet are not recommended for use in children younger than 18 years of age.
• Alcohol :
The interaction of Ipf-Care Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Before consuming alcohol it is advisable to consult your doctor whether it is advisable to consume alcohol while taking Ipf-Care Tablet.
• Interaction with Medicine :
Some medicines like Fluvoxamine, Amiodarone, Propafenone, Ciprofloxacin and Enoxacin that may increase the side effects of Ipf-Care 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 Ipf-Care Tablet.
• Sunlight :
Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking Ipf-Care 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 Ipf-Care Tablet.
• Smoking :
• People who smoke should stop smoking while taking Ipf-Care Tablet. Because smoking reduces the effect of Ipf-Care Tablet.
• Driving Vehicles and Operating Machines :
Ipf-Care 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. Ipf-Care Tablet Packaging Information :-
Ipf-Care Tablet is a available in pack of 15 tablets strips.
11. Ipf-Care Tablet Storage :-
Ipf-Care Tablet store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
12. Ipf-Care Tablet Self life :-
Please see manufacturing date and expiry date printed on Ipf-Care Tablet pack.
13. Classification :-
Drug Name : Pirfenidone,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF),