Esbriet TM
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Active ingredients: pirfenidone
Brand name
(ARTG)
: ESBRIET pirfenidone 534 mg film-coated tablet bottleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
ESBRIET is indicated for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, film coated
- Oral
- Brownish orange to reddish orange, oval, biconvex film-coated tablet, debossed 'PFD' on one side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 90 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient pirfenidone
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
