Pirfenex Tablet

Pirfenex 200 mg tablet should be avoided during pregnancy, as there is limited information about its safety in pregnant women.If you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby, you should consult your doctor before starting this medicine.

It is not known if Pirfenidone passes into breast milk. Therefore, Pirfenex 200 mg tablet should not be used while breastfeeding for the safety of the breastfed infant.

Pirfenex 200 mg tablet may make you feel dizzy, sleepy and tired, thus you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and Pirfenex 200 mg tablet, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regular drinking.

Pirfenex 200 mg tablet is used in adults for the treatment of a specific type of lung disease called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).

Pirfenex 200 mg tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water, with or after food. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.

No, Pirfenex 200 mg tablet should not be used in patients who are less than 18 years old.

Yes, Pirfenex 200 mg tablet may cause weight loss as a side effect. Your doctor will regularly monitor your weight.

Yes, you must avoid smoking while on treatment with Pirfenex 200 mg tablet, as it makes this medicine less effective.

No, Pirfenex 200 mg tablet should be taken along with or after having your meal, so as to avoid side effects like dizziness, nausea and stomach discomfort.

Sometimes individuals might experience diarrhoea as a side effect after taking Pirfenex 200 mg tablet. It is advised to have plenty of fluid and avoid taking any anti-diarrhoeal medicines on your own.

The doctor will decide the dose and duration depending on how much you need to improve your symptoms after assessing the medical condition. You should take the recommended dose only prescribed for you.

You can take Pirfenex for as long as a doctor has prescribed you. Usually, the dose and frequency of Pirfenex vary among individuals depending on the condition it is being taken for. Do not exceed the maximum daily doses and treatment durations recommended.

You should not stop taking Pirfenex abruptly, even if you feel relieved in symptoms. If you wish to stop the treatment, consult your doctor. The doctor will gradually reduce the dose depending on your medical condition. Gradual weening of the medication should be done to avoid adverse effects.