Quick Facts for Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
- Chemical Class
- Pyridones Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- RESPIRATORY
- Action Class
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)
Composition of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
- Pirfenidone (801mg)
Uses of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
- Treatment of Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Side Effects of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Sinus inflammation
- Loss of appetite
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Weight loss
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Photosensitivity
Safety Advice for Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
- Alcohol (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pulmofib 801mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- Pregnancy (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast Feeding (CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR): Information regarding the use of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Driving (UNSAFE): Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- Kidney (CAUTION): Pulmofib 801mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet is not recommended with severe kidney disease and dialysis patients.
- Liver (CAUTION): Pulmofib 801mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick Facts
About Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
Pulmofib 801mg 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.Pulmofib 801mg 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.Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. It makes your skin sun-sensitive, wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen while in direct contact with the sun. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How It Works
Pulmofib 801mg 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.Pulmofib 801mg 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.Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. It makes your skin sun-sensitive, wear protective clothing or apply sunscreen while in direct contact with the sun. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How to 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. Pulmofib 801mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Storage
Store below 30C
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Composition of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
Uses of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
Key Benefits of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
- In Treatment of Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis is a lung disease caused by lung tissue becoming thick and stiff and eventually forming scar tissue within the lungs. The scarring, or fibrosis, seems to result from a cycle of damage and healing that occurs in the lungs. These changes are irreversible and the affected person may experience shortness of breath or dry cough as initial symptoms. Pulmofib 801mg Tablet reduces the scarring or fibrosis and makes breathing easier. You may experience some bothersome side effects. Discuss with your doctor if you have any doubts.
Side Effects of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Sinus inflammation
- Loss of appetite
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Weight loss
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Photosensitivity
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Pulmofib 801mg Tablet
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pulmofib 801mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Pulmofib 801mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet is not recommended with severe kidney disease and dialysis patients.
Pulmofib 801mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Pulmofib 801mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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- CDSCO (India) — Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation — Indian drug regulator
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare — Government of India health ministry
- WHO Essential Medicines — World Health Organization essential medicines lists
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