Pirfenidone (Astron) TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: pirfenidone
Pack: Pirfenidone (Astron) 267 mg tablet, 90, bottle
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PIRFENIDONE ASTRON pirfenidone 267 mg film-coated tablet bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Pirfenidone tablets are 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
- Yellow, oval, biconvex, bevel-edged, film coated tablets debossed with D1 on one side and plain on the other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 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
