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Pirfenex 400mg 15 Tablets
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• 15TAB
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Pirfenex tablet is a prescription medicine that belongs to a group of compounds called respiratory agents. It is used in the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. It reduces scarring and swelling in the lungs and helps to breathe better. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease caused by lung tissue becoming thick and stiff and eventually forming scar tissue within the lungs. The
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Babies: It is not applicable
Lactating mothers: Information regarding the use of pirfenex tablets during breastfeeding is not available.
Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy: Pirfenex tablets may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.
Please consult your doctor.
Driving: Pirfenex tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy.
Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with a pirfenex tablet.
Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: Pirfenex tablets should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.
You may need a dose adjustment of the pirfenex tablet.
Please consult your doctor.
The use of pirfenex tablets is not recommended for severe kidney disease and dialysis patients.
Liver: Pirfenex tablets should be used with caution in patients with liver disease.
You may need a dose adjustment of the pirfenex tablet.
Please consult your doctor.
The use of this tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Pirfenex tablet is an antifibrotic medication.
It works by reducing fibrosis (scarring) and swelling in the lungs.
It makes breathing easier..
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible.
If it is near the time of the next dose, then skip the missed dose.
Take the prescribed dose on your regular time daily.
Don't double the dose to catch up with the missed dose..
• Pirfenex tablet reduces scarring and swelling in the lungs and helps you breathe better.
• It is best to take this medicine with food and at the same time each day.
• This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun.
Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
• Stop smoking during treatment with pirfenex tablets as it can reduce the effect of the treatment.
• It may cause dizziness or sleepiness.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
• It may cause weight loss.
Monitor your weight regularly.
• Your doctor may check your liver function regularly.
Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine, or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice)..
Major • Pirfenex + Ciprofloxacin: Concurrent use of pirfenex and ciprofloxacin may result in increased pirfenex exposure. • Pirfenex + Enoxacin: Concurrent use of pirfenex and enoxacin may result in increased pirfenex exposure. • Pirfenex + Viloxazine: Concurrent use of pirfenex and viloxazine may result in increased exposure to pirfenex and risk of adverse events..
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Ans: No, a pirfenex tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to the pyridines group of medicines. It is used to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (ipf) in adults. In ipf, the tissues of the lungs get scarred and swell with time, which creates problems in breathing. This medicine helps reduce these effects to make you breathe better.
2. How do I know that the pirfenex tablet is right for me?
Ans: Only you and your doctor can decide if the pirfenex tablet is right for you. The doctor will only prescribe this tablet after assessing your condition. Based on your response to treatment and tolerability, you should continue the medicine.
3. If my disease is stable, can I stop the pirfenex tablet?
Ans: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a progressive disease though its progression is unpredictable. Do not stop the medication without consulting the doctor. Continue taking pirfenex tablets to slow down the progression of the disease.
4. What should I avoid while taking a pirfenex tablet?
Ans: You should restrict sun exposure while taking a pirfenex tablet. Wear sunblock daily and cover your arms, legs, and head to reduce exposure to sunlight. Along with that, avoid smoking as it decreases the effect of this tablet.
5. What is the survival rate of pulmonary fibrosis?
Ans: The median survival of patients with pulmonary fibrosis is 2-3 years, yet some people live much longer. The factors which can be held responsible for shortened survival are older age, smoking history, and lower body mass index.