CIPLA LTD. (INDIA)
Pirfenidone-pirfenex
“Pirfenidone” is the Drug / Molecule content in "Pirfenex". Pirfenex exhibits both anti-inflammatory and antifibrotic effects. Much attention has been focused the antifibrotic effect of the drug. pirfenidone reduces fibroblast proliferation inhibits TGF-β stimulated collagen production and reduces the production of fibrogenic mediators such as TGF-β.Pirfenidone has also been shown to reduce production of inflammatory mediators such as TNF-α and IL-1β in both cultured cells and isolated human peripheral blood mononuclear cells.
Indication
Pirfenex is used to treat mild to moderate forms of a certain lung disease called idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).
Note
Precaution
- Pirfenex is a prescription drug and should be used under proper medical guidance and advice.
Strength
200 mg
Packing
1 X 15 Tablets (Strip)
Storage
Store at room temperature 25 C.