Pirfenadine Tablets: Effective Relief for Respiratory Symptoms

Pirfenair Tablet

Uses:

• Treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).

Therapeutic Effects:

• Reduces the production and accumulation of extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins, which contribute to fibrosis and stiffening of lung tissue.
• Slows the progression of the disease and improves lung function.

Interaction with Other Drugs:

• Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional and vitamin supplements, vaccines, and herbal products.
• Certain medications, such as Ciprofloxacin and Fluvoxamine, may interact with the effects of Pirfenair tablet and reduce its effectiveness.

Safety Advices:

• Pregnancy: Pirfenair tablet may cause harm to the unborn baby. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
• Breast Feeding: It is not recommended while taking Pirfenair tablet. Consult the doctor for more information.
• Lungs: Consult your doctor if you experience any upper respiratory tract infection while taking Pirfenair tablet.
• Liver: Pirfenair tablet is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders. Perform a liver function test before starting treatment.
• Alcohol: It is unknown if drinking alcohol while taking a Pirfenair tablet is safe. Speak with your physician.
• Driving: Pirfenair tablet may cause dizziness or sleepiness. It is unsafe to drive while under this treatment.

How to Consume:

• Take Pirfenair tablet in a dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow the tablets whole with water.
• Take the tablet after a meal at the same time each day to reduce side effects.
• Do not crush or chew the tablets.
• Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking this medication.

Side Effects:

• Serious: Severe allergic reactions (swelling of face, lips, or tongue, wheezing, feeling faint), liver problems (yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine, bruising, or bleeding).
• Common: Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, tiredness, diarrhea, indigestion, headache, dizziness, skin reactions after exposure to sunlight, infections, weight loss, difficulty sleeping, changes in taste, cough, stomach pain, constipation, feeling bloated, heartburn, itchy, dry skin, muscle pain, joint pain, chest pain, shortness of breath.

FAQs:

1. How does Pirfenair tablet work?
   • Pirfenair tablet works by reducing inflammation and fibrosis in the lungs. It inhibits the production of certain molecules that cause scarring and stiffening of the lung tissue.
2. How long should I take Pirfenair tablet?
   • Pirfenair tablet is a long-term medication taken indefinitely for treating IPF. The duration of treatment may vary depending on the individual patient's response to the medication and other factors.
3. Who should not take a Pirfenair tablet?
   • Pirfenair tablet is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and those with severe liver or kidney disease.
4. What dosage of Pirfenair tablet should I take?
   • The dosage of Pirfenair tablet may vary based on factors such as the patient's age, weight, renal function, and other medications they may be taking. Dosage adjustments may be necessary based on side effects or changes in the patient's condition.
5. What should I do if I miss a dose of a Pirfenair tablet?
   • If you miss a dose of Pirfenair tablet, take it as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule.
6. What tests should I take before starting the Pirfenair tablet?
   • Your doctor will recommend a liver function test before starting the cycles with a Pirfenair tablet to monitor the functioning level.

Fact Box:

• Molecule name: Pirfenidone
• Therapeutic class: Antifibrotic drugs
• Pharmacological class: Transforming growth factor inhibitor
• Indication: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

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