Pirfenidone Tablets 200 mg
Prifedon 200 Tablet
Prifedon 200 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
Prifedon 200 Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
1. Prifedon 200 Tablet Composition :-
Prifedon 200 Tablet combination of :Pirfenidone ........................................... 200 mg
Pirfenidone is an antifibrotic drug.
2. Dosage forms & Strength :-
Prifedon 200 Tablet for oral administration only.
3. Prifedon 200 Tablet Uses :-
Prifedon 200 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. Prifedon 200 Tablet Dosage :-
Prifedon 200 Tablet is prescribed by your doctor.
Prifedon 200 Tablet can be taken after food, as advised by your doctor.
Take Prifedon 200 Tablet at the same time daily for the ease of remembering.
Avoid crushing, breaking or chewing the Prifedon 200 Tablet.
However, it is important to continue taking Prifedon 200 Tablet even if you feel well. If you stop taking Prifedon 200 Tablet, your condition may worsen. Do not stop taking Prifedon 200 Tablet without consulting your doctor.
5. Prifedon 200 Tablet Sideeffects :-
Prifedon 200 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 Prifedon 200 Tablet Work :-
Prifedon 200 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, Prifedon 200 Tablet is used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adult patients.
7. Precautions & Warnings :-
• Allergy :
Prifedon 200 Tablet is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Pirfenidone.
• Pregnancy :
Prifedon 200 Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. Therefore, pregnant women should consult their doctor.
• Breast-feeding :
Use of Prifedon 200 Tablet during lactation is not recommended. Whether the constituent of Prifedon 200 Tablet passes into breast milk is yet unknown.
• Liver impairment :
Prifedon 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver problem as Prifedon 200 Tablet may make your condition worse. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor liver function, if necessary, during treatment with Prifedon 200 Tablet.
• Kidney impairment :
Prifedon 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease as Prifedon 200 Tablet may make your condition worse. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor kidney function, if necessary, during treatment with Prifedon 200 tablets.
• Angioedema :
Patients with angioedema should use Prifedon 200 Tablet with caution as it may lead to angioedema (a swollen condition under the skin). Use of Prifedon 200 Tablet is not recommended in a patient with a history of Angioedema as it may worsen your condition.
• Use in pediatrics :
Prifedon 200 Tablet are not recommended for use in children younger than 18 years of age.
• Alcohol :
The interaction of Prifedon 200 Tablet with alcohol is unknown. Before consuming alcohol it is advisable to consult your doctor whether it is advisable to consume alcohol while taking Prifedon 200 Tablet.
• Interaction with Medicine :
Some medicines like Fluvoxamine, Amiodarone, Propafenone, Ciprofloxacin and Enoxacin that may increase the side effects of Prifedon 200 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 Prifedon 200 Tablet.
• Sunlight :
Avoid exposure to sunlight while taking Prifedon 200 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 Prifedon 200 Tablet.
• Smoking :
• People who smoke should stop smoking while taking Prifedon 200 Tablet. Because smoking reduces the effect of Prifedon 200 Tablet.
• Driving Vehicles and Operating Machines :
Prifedon 200 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. Prifedon 200 Tablet Packaging Information :-
Prifedon 200 Tablet is a available in pack of 10 tablets strips.
11. Prifedon 200 Tablet Storage :-
Prifedon 200 Tablet store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.
12. Prifedon 200 Tablet Self life :-
Please see manufacturing date and expiry date printed on Prifedon 200 Tablet pack.
13. Classification :-
Drug Name : Pirfenidone,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF),