Pirfenex Tablet

Product Description

1. Technical Specifications

2. Product Description

Pirfenex Tablet contains Pirfenidone, an antifibrotic and anti-inflammatory medicine. It is primarily used in the treatment of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF), a chronic and progressive lung disease characterized by scarring (fibrosis) of lung tissue. Pirfenidone helps slow disease progression by reducing inflammation and fibrosis in the lungs.

3. Product Highlights

4. Therapeutic Uses

• Treatment of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).

• Helps slow the decline in lung function.

• May improve exercise tolerance and reduce disease progression.

5. Side Effects

Common: Nausea, loss of appetite, weight loss, fatigue, rash, stomach upset, headache.

Serious (rare):

• Severe liver toxicity (elevated liver enzymes, jaundice, dark urine).

• Photosensitivity reactions (skin redness, blistering).

• Severe gastrointestinal intolerance.

6. Precautions

• Regular liver function monitoring is required.

• Avoid direct sunlight exposure; use sunscreen and protective clothing.

• Contraindicated in patients with severe liver or kidney impairment.

• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

• Avoid alcohol (increases liver risk).

• Dose adjustments may be necessary in case of side effects.