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Prifedon 200mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Prifedon 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prifedon 200mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prifedon 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Prifedon 200mg Tablet
Pirfenidone(200mg)
Prifedon tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
How prifedon tablet works
Prifedon 200mg 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.
Common side effects of prifedon tablet
Headache, Dizziness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Sinus inflammation, Tiredness, Photosensitivity, Loss of appetite, Weight loss, Upper respiratory tract infection
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Expert advice FOR Prifedon Tablet
- Pirfenidone 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.
- This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
- Stop smoking during treatment with Pirfenidone as it can reduce the effect of the treatment.
- Stop smoking during treatment with Pirfenidone, as it can reduce the effect of the treatment.
- 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).
Frequently asked questions FOR Prifedon 200mg Tablet
Pirfenidone
Q. What monitoring will I need during treatment with Prifedon 200mg Tablet?
Your doctor will check your liver function before starting treatment with Prifedon 200mg Tablet. This test will be repeated monthly for the first 6 months, and then it will be done every three months. In addition to that, your doctor will also monitor your lung function periodically in order to see the response to Prifedon 200mg Tablet.
Q. Why is it important to continue treatment with Prifedon 200mg Tablet?
It is important to control the progression of the disease by preserving your lung function, which cannot be restored once lost. Hence, it is highly recommended to start and continue the treatment with Prifedon 200mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Doing so can help preserve the existing lung function.
Q. How do I know that Prifedon 200mg Tablet is right for me?
Only you and your doctor can decide if Prifedon 200mg Tablet is right for you. The doctor will only prescribe Prifedon 200mg Tablet after assessing your condition. Based on your response to treatment and tolerability, you should continue the medicine.