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    • PIRFENIDONE (Generic for ESBRIET)

    • QTY 270
    • 267 MG
    • Tablet
    • Near  77381

PIRFENIDONE (peer FEH nih done) treats pulmonary fibrosis, a condition that causes the lungs to scar and stiffen, making it hard to breathe. It works by preventing changes to the lung tissue. This delays worsening symptoms.


PIRFENIDONE (Generic for ESBRIET) Lifestyle Interactions

  • Phendimetrazine Tartrate 35mg, Oral tablet

    • Interaction: Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages
    • Severity: Moderate
    • Notes for Consumers: Limit caffeine intake (examples: coffee, teas, colas, chocolate and some herbal supplements) while taking Phendimetrazine. Also avoid medicines containing additional Caffeine whenever possible. Side effects from Phendimetrazine may get worse if you take excessive Caffeine. Taking a high amount of Caffeine can increase the risk of nausea, nervousness, palpitations, problems with sleep, rapid heartbeat, tremor, or other side effects.
    • Notes for Professionals: Caffeine is a CNS-stimulant and such actions are expected to be additive when coadministered with other CNS stimulants or psychostimulants.

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