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Pirtenext 200mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PIRFENIDONE-200MG

Uses:

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

Medicinal Benefits:

Pirtenext 200mg Tablet is an anti-fibrotic medicine used to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in adults. Pirtenext 200mg Tablet can help effectively slow the rate of lung function decline by 50%. Pirtenext 200mg Tablet helps reduce the scarring and swelling in the lungs by decreasing the release/activity of naturally occurring growth factors in the body, thereby helps you breathe better. Pirtenext 200mg Tablet helps in slowing down the progress of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

FAQs

Pirtenext 200mg Tablet helps in reducing the scarring and swelling in the lungs by decreasing the release/activity of naturally occurring growth factors in the body, thereby helps you breathe better.

Pirtenext 200mg Tablet might make you photosensitive (sensitivity to sunlight). Avoid exposure to sunlight and sunlamps. Wear SPF 50+ sunscreen and protective clothing to reduce exposure to sunlight. Talk to your doctor if you are taking any medicines known to cause photosensitivity. If you notice any symptoms of photosensitivity, consult a doctor.

Do not discontinue Pirtenext 200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Pirtenext 200mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Pirtenext 200mg Tablet.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Pirtenext 200mg Tablet. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

No, avoid smoking prior to the start of the treatment and while taking Pirtenext 200mg Tablet as smoking might alter the effectiveness of Pirtenext 200mg Tablet.

Weight loss could occur due to loss of appetite. Maintain proper weight by eating healthy food. Your doctor might monitor your weight whilst taking Pirtenext 200mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if you notice severe weight loss.