AURO-PIRFENIDONE
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Active Ingredient: PIRFENIDONE
Product Overview
About AURO-PIRFENIDONE
AURO-PIRFENIDONE is a prescription medication containing the active ingredient PIRFENIDONE. It is used to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a chronic and progressive lung disease characterized by scarring of the lung tissue.
Key Benefits & Uses
- Treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF)
- Slowing the progression of lung scarring and improving lung function in patients with IPF
- Improving exercise tolerance and quality of life in patients with IPF
Active Ingredient & Action
PIRFENIDONE works by reducing the production of fibrogenic cytokines, which are proteins that promote the formation of scar tissue in the lungs. By inhibiting the action of these cytokines, PIRFENIDONE helps to slow the progression of lung scarring and improve lung function in patients with IPF.
Important Notes
AURO-PIRFENIDONE is available by prescription only and should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Common side effects of AURO-PIRFENIDONE include nausea, diarrhea, and fatigue. Patients taking AURO-PIRFENIDONE should have regular blood tests to monitor liver function and complete blood counts.
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