Pirfenex Tablet

Quick info

Pirfenex 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 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 this medicine 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.

How it works

Pirfenex Tablet is an antifibrotic medication. It works by blocking the action of a certain natural substance in the body that is involved in causing fibrosis. This reduces the scarring and swelling in the lungs and makes breathing easier.

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pirfenex Tablet is to be taken with food.

Tips

• 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.
• Stop smoking during treatment with Pirfenex Tablet 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).

Side Effects

• No common side effects listed.