Pirfenidone

Pirfenidone is a medication used to treat idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a condition where lung tissue thickens and scars, making breathing difficult. It works by reducing inflammation and the formation of scar tissue in the lungs, helping to slow disease progression. Taken orally, pirfenidone can help preserve lung function and improve quality of life for patients with IPF. While it doesn't cure the disease, it plays an important role in managing symptoms and delaying further lung damage. As with any medication, it should be used under medical supervision due to potential side effects.