Pulmonary Fibrosis

My mother is 58 yrs old. Recently she has been diaognesed as a pulmonary fibrosis. She is also patient of arithitiritis, mild diabetic and had undergone angioplasty in year 2006. doctor has advised her HCQS200mg twice a day,folitax 10 mg weekly, panagra 25 mg per day,folic acid 5 mg per day. these medicine has been advised for pulmonary fibrosis only apart from other medicine related to cardiac treatment. Kindly suggest is this right medication for treating pulmonary fibrosis.I request u all to reply. thanking u in advance ## I am a 46 year old patient of IPF. I have been put on the latest drug called 'Pirfenex' 200 mg TDS since Nov 2011. This drug has helped me tremendously and my lung capacity has increased by almost 18% since. Do check with your doctor if your mother can have...

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Pulminary Fibrosis Is Fluimucil helpful in treating pulminary fibrosis? ## Fluimucil contains the active ingredient Acetylcysteine, which is used as a mucolytic, so it can help clear mucous from the lungs, but no it isn't usually useful for actually treating Pulmonary Fibrosis. Has your doctor told you to take it for this condition? Learn more Fluimucil details here.

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Pirfenidone

Pirfenidone is a medication used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. It works by reducing lung fibrosis through downregulation of the production of growth factors and procollagens I and II. It was first approved in Japan for the treatment of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis after clinical trials, under the trade name of Pirespa by Shionogi, in 2008. It was approved for use in the European Union in 2011,[2][3] in Canada in 2012, and in...

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Pirfenidone is a medication used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. It works by reducing lung fibrosis through downregulation of the production of growth factors and procollagens I and II. It was first approved in Japan for the treatment of patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis after clinical trials, under the trade name of Pirespa by Shionogi, in 2008. It was approved for use in the European Union in 2011,[2][3] in Canada in 2012, and in...

my pain doctor is talking about putting me on ophen for my pulmonary fibrosis ## Are you certain of the name and spelling? I can't find any medication listed under this name. The closest thing I know of would be one that is sometimes called Orphen, which contains the active ingredient Orphenadrine. It is used to treat muscle spasms.

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Nintedanib

Nintedanib, sold under the brand names Ofev and Vargatef, is an oral medication used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and along with other medications for some types of non-small-cell lung cancer.[3] In March 2020, it was approved for use in the United States to treat chronic fibrosing (scarring) interstitial lung diseases (ILD) with a progressive phenotype (trait).[4] It is the first treatment for this group of fibrosing lung diseases that wo...

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Nintedanib, sold under the brand names Ofev and Vargatef, is an oral medication used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and along with other medications for some types of non-small-cell lung cancer.[3] In March 2020, it was approved for use in the United States to treat chronic fibrosing (scarring) interstitial lung diseases (ILD) with a progressive phenotype (trait).[4] It is the first treatment for this group of fibrosing lung diseases that wo...

Curious as to others' results from using Ventavis for Pulmonary Hypertension. Also interested if anyone that also has severe emphysema and pulmonary fibrosis as well as PAH has taken Ventavis and if so their opinion as to whether they showed any improvement & how long they have been taking it. ## Unfortunately, we haven't had any other posts about it from our site users, you are the first. Ventavis contains the active ingredient Iloprost, it is used to treat PAH, as well as several other medical conditions. You can learn more about it here: How has it worked for you, so far?

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Is this drug covered by Medicare RX coverage? ## Hello, Jenny! How are you? Perfenidone is most commonly used to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Side effects may include dyspepsia, photosensitivity reactions, GERD and hepatic dysfunction. As to the coverage, I'm sorry, but I don't have any information on that. However, your pharmacy should be able to tell you. Alternatively, you could call Medicare and check. Does anyone know about this?

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what is the side effects ## Hi paulette, Nitrofurantoin can cause nausea and vomiting, fever, rash, hypersensitivity pneumonitis. It can also cause pulmonary fibrosis. All these side effects are much more common in the elderly. Patients should be informed that nitrofurantoin colors urine a dark orange-brown; this is completely harmless. I would suggest taking a look at the two links below to view more information about this drug, including more side effect information: Learn More: Nitrofurantoin Details Please post back if you have any other questions or comments to add.

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I got my second prolia shot, had severe shortness of breath 2 days later and I still find it hard to breathe, have gone to primary care physician and she thinks its my pulmonary fibrosis, which I have had for a 18 months. Have not had this severe shortness of breath until last week, shortly after having taken prolia shot ## Had my second prolia shot over two weels ago. Shortness of breath still extremely severe. Been to primary care and pulmonologist. Both do not think pulmanary fibrosis is cause. As they don't see that it is getting any worse. Oxygen doesn't seem to help nor as in the past, predisone helped with some shortnes of breath (non compared to this) and it has not helped at all ## Yes, these types of breathing issues are listed as possible side effects of the Prolia, t...

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Acetylcysteine, also known as N-acetylcysteine (NAC), is a medication that is used to treat paracetamol (acetaminophen) overdose, and to loosen thick mucus in individuals with cystic fibrosis or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. ## I am looking for info about this drug but as a 10% vial ABB dose, to be used with duoneb for breathing problems....any info will help!

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Please advise how to lose 40 lbs , a rather sudden gain at age 78-79. at same time I was diagnosed as typ 2 diabetes, lumbar stenosis, colitis with gastritis and esophagitis, ideopathic pulmonary fibrosis, plus existing fibromyalgia, arthritis, osteoporosis. this wgt at age 81 on 5ft 2 shrinking frame, causes me. Much pain, discomfort, difficulty moving and handling chores and personal care. doctors have prescribed several meds....metoprolol, lorazepam, hhdroxyzine zinc, cymbalta, mirapex for RLS, 1/2 hyromorphon for pain as well as tramadol, Aleve,Lialda, and a thyroid scan is due . Please help! No one, even father and three brothers ever weighed the 170+ now!! shortness of breath and extra fatigue and rest caused by IPF adds to difficulties and prevents even minimal exercise. Seems my...

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I have been taking Nitrofur for 6 days. Around the 4th day I became extremely tired (to the point where I felt like I couldn't function the next day). Is this a side effect of this drug? ## Nitrofurantoin can cause nausea and vomiting, fever, rash, hypersensitivity pneumonitis. It can also cause pulmonary fibrosis. However, according to my research, all these side effects are much more common in the elderly. I haven't found any information regarding fatigue, but if you are experiencing any of the side effects above, it could be a contributing factor to feeling exhausted. To view more information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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I want to know what this medicine is used for? ## Hi Virginia, Macrobid (Nitrofurantoin) is an antibiotic. It is usually used in treating urinary tract infection. Like many other drugs, it is often used against E Coli. Side effects may include: Nausea and vomiting, fever, rash, and hypersensitivity pneumonitis. It can also cause pulmonary fibrosis. If you would like to learn more information about this antibiotic, please visit the link below... Did you have any more questions or comments to add? Please post back if you do, and I will be happy to help you. ## can I use NitrofurantoinUARJYB 100 mg to treat a inflamation of a tooth? ## How quickly does macrobid (100mg 2x daily) start working? I always feel like I have to pee and my bladder never feels empty even though it is.

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I am starting cellcept tomorrow so that I can finally go off of imuran and eventually prednisone. Have been on many meds for 16 yrs after being diagnosed with dermatomyositis. Also have fibromyalgia...hope to hear from someone who has had success with this medication. The Doctor has a lot of positive things to say about this med including little or no side affects. Looking forward to hearing from you. ## I have pulmonary fibrosis & am starting cellcept now. I've been on lots of other meds but it just keeps getting worse. They took me off cytoxan after 6 months. That didnt stop it. I walk slow, but I get there... ## I've been on it for 1 1/2 yrs. It has almost put lupus in remission. I've been on imuran and IV cytoxan since 2001. It's a very good therapy. ## Better no...

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folitrax side effects, good effects on long use, i have been recommended to take once a week followed by hifenac-p. let me know the effects plese, good and bad ## Common side effects while taking Methotrexate (ingredient in Folitrax) can include anemia, neutropenia, increased risk of bruising, nausea and vomiting, dermatitis and diarrhea. A small percentage of patients develop hepatitis, and there is an increased risk of pulmonary fibrosis. Methotrexate was originally used as part of combination chemotherapy regimens to treat many kinds of cancers. It is still the mainstay for the treatment of many neoplastic disorders including acute lymphoblastic leukemia. To learn more uses click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ##...

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Humana Prescription benefit Plan told me they will not cover this drug anymore as it is high risk for older patients. What are these risks? I have been taking 100mgs'day for about a year now due to kidney infections from kidney stones and an abcess. I take it as a precaution ( prophylactic) and have not had any problems since. ## It has been found that all of its side effects are more pronounced and common in the elderly, in addition it creates the risk of pulmonary fibrosis. In this case, it is probably best to speak to your doctor about using an alternative medication. Are there any questions or comments?

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What are the known side effects of Leuprolide? ## The following adverse reactions were reported in less than 5% of the patients on Leuprolide acetate: Cardiovascular System-Angina, Cardiac arrhythmias, Myocardial infarction, Pulmonary emboli; Gastrointestinal System-Diarrhea, Dysphagia, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Gastrointestinal disturbance, Peptic ulcer, Rectal polyps; Endocrine System-Libido decrease, Thyroid enlargement; Musculoskeletal System -Joint pain; Central/Peripheral Nervous System-Anxiety, Blurred vision, Lethargy, Memory disorder, Mood swings, Nervousness, Numbness, Paresthesia, Peripheral neuropathy, Syncope/blackouts, Taste disorders; Respiratory System-Cough, Pleural rub, Pneumonia, Pulmonary fibrosis; Integumentary System-Carcinoma of skin/ear, Dry skin, Ecchymosis, Ha...

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I am suffering from R.Arthritis,i am 30 and mother of 4 yr old boy.I am on DILANTIN SINCE JAN 2006.IN 2008 I HAD A VERY SEVERE attack of R.A.i was on PREDMET-4 DAILY+1ml folitrax+16mg predmet weekly,now i takePREDMET 8+tab.FOLITRAX 20mg,both once a week.My ESR is 5 now& i feel occasional pain in my right hand only.How long should i continue this treatment?Is it safe to conceive after this medicine+Dilantin is over? Please help me.THANKS ## Folitrax contains the active ingredient Methotrexate. " Possible side effects can include anemia, neutropenia, increased risk of bruising, nausea and vomiting, dermatitis and diarrhea. A small percentage of patients develop hepatitis, and there is an increased risk of pulmonary fibrosis. The higher doses of methotrexate often used in cancer ch...

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