Nintena 100mg Strip Of 10 Capsules
Nintena 100 MG Description
Nintena Capsule is is an immunomodulator medicine. It contains nintedanib as its active ingredient. It is used for the treatment of a rare type of lung disease called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (I
PF). It is also used for the treatment of a certain form of lung cancer along with another anticancer medicine docetaxel. It works by decreasing the activity of enzymes (tyrosine kinases) that causes fibrosis (scarring) thus helping slow down scarring of the lungs. Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis is a lung condition in which tissue of the lungs becomes scarred which makes the lungs unable to transport oxygen into the bloodstream effectively. It may be caused due to abnormal tissue repair following tissue damage. The dose and duration of the treatment with this medicine will be decided by your doctor after accessing your condition. Take it exactly as told by your doctor.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹725.12 |
You Save | ₹98.88 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Nintedanib(100.0 Mg) |
Uses | Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach pain |
Therapy | ANTI-NEOPLASTIC |
Uses of Nintena 100 MG
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).
- In combination with docetaxel for a type of lung cancer (non-small cell lung cancer, NSCLC).
Contraindications of Nintena 100 MG
- If you are allergic to nintedanib, and/or to peanut or soya.
- This medicine should never be used during pregnancy.
Side effects of Nintena 100 MG
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Abdominal pain
- Decreased appetite
- Headache
- Weight reduction
Precautions and Warnings of Nintena 100 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a liver, heart or family history of bleeding problems.
- You have a history of a blood clotting disorder or you smoke.
- You have had recent surgery in your stomach (abdominal) area.
- You are pregnant or planning a baby or are breastfeeding.
Mode of Action of Nintena 100 MG
How Does It Work?
- Nintena Capsule works by inhibiting the action of tyrosine kinases, an enzyme involved in the development of lung fibrosis. This enzyme is also involved in the process of the formation of new blood vessels in tumour cells. ...
- By inhibiting these enzymes this medicine can help slow down scarring and progression of cancer.
Directions for Use of Nintena 100 MG
- Take the Nintena Capsule exactly as your doctor tells you to take it.
- Your doctor will tell you how much Nintena Capsule to take and when to take it.
- Take the Nintena Capsule with food. Swallow the Nintena Capsule as a whole with an adequate amount of water.
Interactions of Nintena 100 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Certain medicines can affect the way the Nintena Capsule works or Nintena Capsule itself can affect the action of other medicines taken along.
- Thus, it is important to inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take.
- In particular, if you are taking a blood thinner, additional monitoring is required as the Nintena Capsule can increase the risk of bleeding.
- Concomitant administration of anti-infective medicines such as erythromycin and rifampicin; medicines for brain-related disorders such as phenytoin, carbamazepine and St. John’s wort should be avoided....
Storage and disposal of Nintena 100 MG
- Store it below 25°C. Protect from light and moisture.
- Keep it out of the reach and sight of children and pets.
Dosage of Nintena 100 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I take this medicine on an empty stomach?
Q: What are the side effects of the Nintena Capsule?
References
- NINTIB Capsules [Internet]. CiplaMed. 2022 [cited 28 July 2022]
- CDSCO | Nintedanib [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 28 July 2022]
- Conditions G. Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis: MedlinePlus Genetics [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 28 July 2022]
- Ofev 100 mg soft capsules - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 28 July 2022]
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