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Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Lupin Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Pirfenidone
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet

This tablet is an antifibrotic agent. It is used to treat mild cases of a lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. The exact working of this medication is not known.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as muscle pain, sneezing, dizziness, reduced appetite, sudden weight loss, difficulty with sleeping, heartburn, acidity, change in taste, weakness, fatigue, headache, runny nose, stomach upset, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, skin rash and redness. If you face any allergic reactions or adverse reactions seek the help of your health care provider right away.

    What are the uses of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution should be used in patients with renal impairment.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    How does this medication work?

    This tablet is used to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. This drug prevents collagen synthesis, suppresses profibrotic cytokines and reduces fibroblast multiplication. The drug results in the decrease of TGF-beta2 mRNA and TGF-beta2 protein levels as a consequence of the decline of the expression and prevention of the TGF-beta pro-protein convertase furin.

      What are the interactions of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        Do not use this tablet in combination with Ciprofloxacin, Teriflunomide, Amiodarone and Rifampicin.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Avoid taking this medication if you have Liver impairment or kidney impairment.

      FAQs about Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet

      • Ques : What is Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet?

        Ans : This tablet is a medication which has Pirfenidone as an active element present in it.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet?

        Ans : This is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Chronic fibrotic and inflammatory lung disease and Mild to moderate idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet?

        Ans : Here are some side effects of Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet which are as follows: Stomach upset, Dry skin, Cough, Itchy skin, Shortness of breath, Abdominal pain, Discomfort, Skin redness or red skin, and Skin rash.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet?

        Ans : This tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      • Ques : Should I use Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken with the food.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 3 months, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

      • Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

        Ans : If you are under the usage of this medication, It is recommended to avoid grapefruit juice, as it may cause some side effects.

      • Ques : Will Fibrodone 200Mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : There is no need to take this medication more than its recommended doses. Taking an overdose of this medication may trigger side effects.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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