Do I need to take Pirfenidone capsules for a long time?

Pirfenidone (Pirfenidone has been shown to have a good safety profile in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and has been well tolerated long-term in clinical trials and real-world experience.然而，副作用管理对于帮助一些患者长期坚持治疗至关重要。与吡非尼酮治疗相关的主要治疗相关不良事件为胃肠道不适、皮疹和光敏性。这些不良事件的严重程度通常为轻度至中度，很少导致治疗中断。

目前被诊断患有特发性肺纤维化（IPF）这种疾病的个体的预后通常很差，中位生存期为2-5年。 Gastrointestinal events may be lessened by ensuring pirfenidone is taken with food, while skin symptoms may be lessened by avoiding sun exposure and frequent use of sunscreen. Educating patients about the possibility of these adverse events and providing guidance before treatment to avoid adverse drug reactions are important means of ensuring that patients receive the important benefits provided by long-term treatment with pirfenidone.医生还会根据患者的具体情况做出最合适的决策，并确保安全和健康。

The original drug pirfenidone has been approved for marketing in China and has entered the scope of Class B medical insurance. Reimbursement is limited to patients who meet the indications. SpecificationsThe price of each box of 100mg*54 tablets is about 500 yuan. There are also generic pirfenidone drugs produced in other countries overseas. For example, the price of a box of 200mg*30 tablets produced by an Indian pharmaceutical factory is around RMB 100 (the price may fluctuate due to the exchange rate). The ingredients of the generic drugs are basically the same as those of the original drug. For more drug information and specific prices, please consult Yaode Medical Consultant.