Nintedanib 100mg

Nintedanib 100mg — Uses and Benefits

Nintedanib is prescribed for chronic lung conditions where scarring or thickening of lung tissue occurs, and in some cases along with chemotherapy for certain lung cancers.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (a disease causing lung scarring)
• Other chronic fibrosing interstitial lung diseases with progressive scarring
• Certain types of non-small cell lung cancer, usually combined with chemotherapy

HOW IT WORKS

• Blocks specific proteins (tyrosine kinases) involved in growth of blood vessels and fibrous tissue
• Slows down the scarring process in the lungs
• Reduces blood supply that tumours need to grow, helping slow cancer progression

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not a cure for lung fibrosis, only slows its progression
• Not used for common cough, cold, or infections
• Not a first-line treatment for all lung cancers
• Not meant for self-medication without a specialist's supervision

How to Use Nintedanib 100mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually twice a day
• Swallow the capsule whole with water; do not chew or crush it
• Take with food, ideally at the same times each day, about 12 hours apart
• Continue for as long as your doctor advises, even if you feel well

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• If you miss a dose, skip it and take the next dose at the usual time
• Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed one
• If you miss several doses or are unsure, contact your doctor before restarting

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the capsules in their original blister pack until ready to use
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack

Nintedanib 100mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Diarrhoea
• Nausea and vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Weight loss

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• High blood pressure
• Liver enzyme changes seen on blood tests
• Mouth sores
• Rash

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Yellowing of skin or eyes, dark urine (signs of liver problems)
• Severe or persistent diarrhoea leading to dehydration
• Chest pain or signs of heart attack
• Sudden severe abdominal pain (possible bowel perforation)
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Signs of blood clots such as leg swelling, pain, or breathlessness

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Nintedanib 100mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine and should be used only under the supervision of a qualified doctor, usually a lung specialist or oncologist.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to nintedanib or any ingredient in the capsule
• Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
• Have severe liver disease

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have a history of liver or kidney disease
• Have had recent surgery or bleeding problems
• Have heart disease or high blood pressure
• Are breastfeeding
• Are taking blood thinners

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Blood thinners like warfarin (increased bleeding risk)
• Certain antifungal or antibiotic medicines that affect liver enzymes
• Other cancer treatments — only use combinations advised by your doctor

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid or limit alcohol as it may increase the risk of liver problems.

Will this medicine cure my lung disease completely?

No, it helps slow down disease progression but does not reverse existing lung scarring.

Can women of childbearing age take this medicine?

• Only with effective contraception, as this medicine can harm an unborn baby.
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