Pirfenidone - Dosage and Uses
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Pirfenidone

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Esbriet

Pirfenidone - Dosage and How to Use

How should Pirfenidone be used?

  • Do not stop taking your medication without checking with your healthcare professional.
  • This medicine should be taken with or after food.
  • Swallow capsules whole with liquid. Do not open, chew, or crush the capsules.

What should I do if I miss a dose?

​If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember – each dose should be separated by at least 3 hours. Then take your next dose at the usual time. Do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose.

What should I do if I overdose?

Pirfenidone - Additional Information

  • Updated on 10/31/2022 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

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