Esbriet is a drug indicated for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a disease in which the tissues of the lungs swell and become scarred over time, which makes breathing difficult, especially deep breathing.
This medicine has in its composition Pirfenidone, a compound that helps to reduce scars or scar tissue and the swelling in the lungs, which improves breathing.
How to take
The recommended doses of Esbriet should be indicated by the doctor, as they should be administered in an increasing manner, with the following doses generally being indicated:
- First 7 days of treatment: you should take 1 capsule, 3 times a day with food; From the 8th to the 14th day of treatment: you should take 2 capsules, 3 times a day with food; From the 15th day of treatment and the rest: you should take 3 capsules, 3 times a day with food.
Capsules should always be taken with a glass of water, during or after a meal to reduce the risk of side effects.
Side effects
Some of Esbriet's side effects may include allergy reactions with symptoms such as swelling of the face, lips or tongue and difficulty breathing, allergic skin reactions, nausea, tiredness, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, shortness of breath, cough, loss of weight, poor digestion, loss of appetite or headache.
Contraindications
Esbriet is contraindicated for patients being treated with fluvoxamine, with liver or kidney disease and for patients with allergies to pirfenidone or any of the components of the formula.
In addition, if you are sensitive to sunlight, need to take antibiotics or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment.
