Pirfenex 400mg Tablet

Explore detailed information about Pirfenex 400mg Tablet, a medication containing Pirfenidone (400mg) from the trusted Cipla Ltd brand. Discover its primary uses for Treatment of Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and delve deeper into its specific details to understand how Pirfenex 400mg Tablet can play a role in your health and well-being. Add it to your wishlist or compare it with other products.

MRP: ₹ 705.12
Packing: 15.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Pirfenidone (400mg)
Brand: Cipla Ltd
Uses: Treatment of Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Description

Pirfenex 400mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
It reduces scarring and swelling in the lungs and helps to breathe better
Pirfenex 400mg Tablet is best taken with food
Take it at the same time every day to get the most benefits
The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for
Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms
You should Take Pirfenex 400mg Tablet for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include insomnia, headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, nausea, diarrhea, and photosensitivity
To overcome dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activity
Some people may experience weight loss and other side effects
Monitor your weight regularly or ask for the doctor's advice in such cases
Your doctor also may perform a liver function test while on treatment with this medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease
Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works
It makes your skin sun-sensitive, wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen while in direct contact with the sun
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Pirfenex 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pirfenex 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Pirfenex 400mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Pirfenex 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pirfenex 400mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Use of Pirfenex 400mg Tablet is not recommended with severe kidney disease and dialysis patients.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Pirfenex 400mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Pirfenex 400mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Pirfenex 400mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pirfenex 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)
Therapeutic class:	RESPIRATORY
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Pyridones Derivative

Uses of Pirfenex 400mg Tablet

In Treatment of Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease caused by lung tissue becoming thick and stiff and eventually forming scar tissue within the lungs
The scarring, or fibrosis, seems to result from a cycle of damage and healing that occurs in the lungs
These changes are irreversible and the affected person may experience shortness of breath or dry cough as initial symptoms
Pirfenex 400mg Tablet reduces the scarring or fibrosis and makes breathing easier
You may experience some bothersome side effects
Discuss with your doctor if you have any doubts.