Active ingredient: Nintedanib
Therapeutic class: Antifibrotic drug
Pharmacological class: Tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Indications:
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis;
- Chronic fibrosing interstitial lung disease with a progressive phenotype;
- Systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease.
Before starting treatment:
- Inform your doctor about any medical conditions, especially liver and heart problems;
- Liver function tests may be required at regular intervals during the first three months;
- Notify your doctor if you have a history of bleeding or blood clots (arterial thromboembolic).
Interaction with other drugs:
- Inform your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products;
- Certain medications may interact with Bronchonib 100mg and reduce its effectiveness or cause undesirable side effects.
Safety advice:
- Pregnancy: Bronchonib 100mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause birth defects or death to the unborn baby;
- Breastfeeding: Taking Bronchonib 100mg while breastfeeding may be unsafe because it may affect the child;
- Lungs: Consult your doctor if you experience symptoms like pneumonia or any other lung-related condition while taking Bronchonib 100mg;
- Liver: Inform your physician if you have liver problems because Bronchonib 100mg should be used cautiously with this condition;
- Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol while taking a Bronchonib 100mg capsule is safe;
- Driving: While taking Bronchonib 100mg, it is unsafe to drive or use machines because it may cause nausea, changes in vision, vomiting, etc.
How to consume Bronchonib 100mg Capsule:
- Take Bronchonib 100mg as advised by your physician;
- Swallow the medicine with a glass of water;
- Do not crush, chew, or open the medicine;
- Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you based upon your age, body weight, and disease condition;
- Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor advises you to stop.
Side effects:
- Serious: bronchitis, myocardial infarction, bleeding problems, pneumonia, major bleeding, yellow eyes, dark urine, pain in the upper right side of the stomach, severe stomach cramps, bloating, fever, and chills, chest pressure or pain on the left side of the body, increased protein in the urine (proteinuria);
- Common: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, skin ulcer, gastrointestinal perforation, altered liver function values, decreased appetite, headache, weight loss, hypertension.
FAQ:
How does Bronchonib 100mg work in the body? Bronchonib 100mg works by inhibiting several signaling pathways involved in the formation of scar tissue in the lungs.
Can Bronchonib 100mg cure idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)? Bronchonib 100mg is not a cure for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). It is a medication that can help slow the progression of the disease by reducing the formation of scar tissue in the lungs.
How can I manage diarrhea while taking Bronchonib 100mg? If you experience diarrhea while taking Bronchonib 100mg, staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids is important. Your doctor may also recommend over-the-counter medications or prescription medications to help manage your diarrhea.
Can Bronchonib 100mg cause liver damage? Bronchonib 100mg may cause liver function abnormalities, which may indicate liver damage. It is important to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while taking this medicine.
What dosage of Bronchonib 100mg should I take? Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you based on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Why is liver enzyme getting elevated during treatment with Bronchonib 100mg? The reason for this elevation is not completely understood, but it is thought to be related to the drug's effects on certain enzymes involved in liver function. The elevation in liver enzymes is generally mild and temporary and typically resolves on its own or with dose adjustment of the Bronchonib 100mg capsule.
Storage:
- Store at room temperature of 20°C to 25°C;
- Protect from light and moisture;
- Keep out of reach and sight of children and pets.