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Description

Description

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Nintedanib capsules are used to slow the progression of lung scarring (fibrosis). This condition occurs when the tissues of the lungs become inflamed and gradually turn into scar tissue, which makes the lungs stiff and unable to expand properly. People dealing with this may experience breathlessness, a dry cough, decreased exercise ability, and a steady decline in their lung function that affects daily life.

Nintedanib works by blocking certain growth signals that trigger the formation of scar tissue. By doing so, it helps delay further lung damage even though it cannot undo scarring that has already formed.

You should follow your provider’s guidance about how to take these soft gelatin capsules. The usual dose is twice a day with food. You will be taking Nintedanib for a longer period of time as the conditions it treats are chronic and progressive.

It also requires careful monitoring of liver health and side effects. If you want reliable access, choose to order Nintedanib from Canada, where you can get it at a lower price without compromising on authenticity.

Drug Summary

Generic NameNintedanib
Brand NameOfev, Vargatef
FormsSoft gelatin capsules
Strengths Available100 mg, 150 mg
Packaging10 capsules per pack
Requires PrescriptionPrescription only (Rx)
Ships to the U.S.Yes

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Uses and Benefits

Uses and Benefits

What Is Nintedanib Used For?

It is used to treat:

  • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF)
  • Chronic fibrosing interstitial lung diseases (ILDs) with a progressive phenotype (ILDs that continue to worsen over time despite treatment)
  • Systemic sclerosis–associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD)

Note: Nintedanib doesn’t reverse existing scarring, but it can delay further damage and help preserve breathing capacity for as long as possible.

What Are the Benefits of Nintedanib?

  • It helps preserve lung capacity, which may delay worsening shortness of breath and activity limitation.
  • Nintedanib offers an antifibrotic approach, directly targeting pathways involved in scar formation rather than only reducing inflammation.
  • When combined with other therapies (like mycophenolate in SSc-ILD), it may provide additional benefit in slowing disease progression.
  • In clinical trials, nintedanib reduced the annual decline in forced vital capacity (FVC) compared with placebo across IPF, SSc-ILD, and progressive fibroing ILDs.
Dosage

Dosage

Nintedanib Dosage for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) in Adults
  • Usual dose: 150 mg two times per day. Take them about 12 hours apart.
  • Take the Nintedanib capsule with food.
  • Maximum daily dose: 300 mg two times every day (that is, two capsules of 150 mg).
Nintedanib Dosage for Chronic Fibrosing ILDs with a Progressive Phenotype

Same dosing as IPF.

Nintedanib Dosage for Systemic Sclerosis–Associated ILD (SSc-ILD)

The dosing is the same as IPF.

“Systemic sclerosis” is an autoimmune condition that can scar the lungs; ILD refers to lung scarring.

Nintedanib Dose Adjustments and Special Populations
  • Mild liver impairment (Child-Pugh A):
  • Usually started at a lower dose: 100 mg two times a day with food.
  • Close monitoring is needed because nintedanib is processed mainly by the liver.
  • Moderate or severe liver disease (Child-Pugh B or C): Nintedanib is not recommended, as the risk of side effects increases significantly.
  • If side effects occur: Severe diarrhea, vomiting, or abnormal liver blood tests may require:
  • Dose reduction to 100 mg two times a day.
  • Temporary treatment break, or
  • Restarting only after your health care provider approves.
Testing Before Starting
  • Liver function tests: Blood tests like AST, ALT, and bilirubin (markers of liver health) are checked:
  • Before starting,
  • Regularly during the first 3 months, and
  • Periodically afterwards.
  • Pregnancy test: A pregnancy test is recommended before the first dose because the medicine can harm a developing fetus.
Usage Guide

Usage Guide

How Do You Take Nintedanib capsules?

Nintedanib soft gelatin capsules give the best result when they are taken consistently. There are other things that you need to understand while taking this medicine:

  • Take your prescribed capsules two times per day with food, about 12 hours apart. This time gap can help reduce stomach upset and improve absorption.
  • Swallow the capsule whole with water.
  • Do not split, crush, chew, or open the capsule.
  • Try to take each dose at roughly the same time every day, such as one in the morning and the second in the evening.
  • Tell every health care provider and pharmacist you see that you are taking Nintedanib.
How It Works

How It Works

How Nintedanib Works

Nintedanib is a small-molecule tyrosine kinase inhibitor. That means it blocks certain signaling proteins (enzymes) on cell surfaces that drive scarring pathways in the lungs.

Specifically, it inhibits receptors for vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGFR), platelet-derived growth factor (PDGFR), and fibroblast growth factor (FGFR), along with some non-receptor kinases.

In simple terms, these growth factors act like “on switches” for cells that lay down collagen and scar tissue. Nintedanib partially blocks these switches and slows the buildup of new scar tissue in the lungs. This action further slows the decline in lung function seen in IPF, SSc-ILD, and other progressive fibrosing ILDs.

Side Effects of Nintedanib

What Are the Side Effects of Nintedanib?

Common Nintedanib side effects may include:

  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • High blood pressure
  • Decreased appetite
  • Liver problems
  • Weight loss

Serious side effects (rare): Call your provider and let them know if you experience any of these serious symptoms or unusual changes while on treatment with Nintedanib:

  • Liver problems
  • Stroke (feeling weakness or numbness on one side of the body, headache, trouble talking, or dizziness)
  • Proteinuria (increased levels of protein in your urine)
  • Severe diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea
  • Bleeding issues
  • Perforation (a tear in your intestinal wall or stomach): This is very rare, but sudden or severe abdominal pain needs immediate medical care.

Nintedanib Warnings

Before you buy Nintedanib online from Canada or start using it, understand these warnings:

  • Nintedanib can cause harm to an unborn baby. Any woman who can become pregnant must use effective contraception and have a pregnancy test before starting this medicine.
  • People with moderate or severe liver disease should not use it.
  • Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting are common. Severe or ongoing symptoms may require a dose reduction or stopping the medication to prevent dehydration or weight loss.
  • Rare cases of heart attack and stroke have been reported. People with heart disease or multiple cardiac risk factors need extra monitoring.
  • Nintedanib capsules may increase the bleeding risk, especially in people on anticoagulants (blood thinners) or those with bleeding disorders.
Safety Guide

Safety Guide

Take these precautions while you are using Nintedanib:

  • Do not use someone else’s nintedanib or give yours to others, even if they have a similar lung condition.
  • Tell your doctor about all of your medical history, including:
  • Liver disease
  • Heart or stroke history
  • Bleeding issues
  • Stomach or bowel conditions
  • Or previous surgery (if you ever had any)
  • Liver tests are especially important during the first 3 months, then periodically afterward.
  • Ask before starting or stopping any medicine, supplement, or herbal product, especially blood thinners and medications that affect P-gp (a drug-transport protein).

Nintedanib Missed Dose

Missing a dose of Nintedanib is not likely to cause any side effects. If you do miss a dose, simply skip it and take your next dose at your usual dosing routine.

Don’t take an extra dose to cover up for the missed one. If you often forget doses, talk to your health care provider. They may help you adjust your dosing timings. You may also set reminders or alarms.

Nintedanib Overdose

Overdosing on Nintedanib medicine can raise the risk of serious side effects. If you take too much of this medicine, it may cause:

  • Severe diarrhea
  • Vomiting
  • Liver injury
  • Or other cardiovascular (heart-related) or bleeding issues

If you notice or experience an overdose, whether it is accidental or intentional, just contact your local emergency number or call the Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 (in the U.S).

Do not wait for your symptoms to become severe. Also, do not treat yourself at home.

Storage Guide

Storage Guide

How to Store Nintedanib

To store your Nintedanib soft gelatin capsules correctly, read the following instructions:

  • Keep all your capsules at room temperature below 30°C (or 86°F).
  • Store this medicine in a dry place away from direct light, heat, moisture, or even freezing temperatures.
  • Do not use any Nintedanib capsules past their expiration date. Discard them carefully as per your regional disposal guidelines.
  • Store it away from children and pets to prevent any accidental ingestion.
Interactions

Interactions

Nintedanib Interactions

Sometimes, taking Nintedanib with certain medications at the same time is not safe. So be sure to tell your primary care physician if you use any other medicine, be it OTC (over the counter), prescription, or any other herbal supplement.

Potential interactions of Nintedanib:

  • P-gp (P-glycoprotein) and CYP3A4 inhibitors like:
  • Ketoconazole
  • Erythromycin
  • P-gp and CYP3A4 inducers, for example, rifampin
  • Corticosteroids including:
  • Prednisone
  • Dexamethasone
  • NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) like:
  • Ibuprofen
  • Aspirin
Alternatives

Alternatives

Nintedanib Alternatives

Let your health care provider know if Nintedanib is not suitable due to its side effects, if you’re pregnant, or have cost concerns. They may prescribe you other alternatives, like:

  • Esbriet (pirfenidone)
  • Ofev (nintedanib)
  • CellCept (mycophenolate mofetil)
  • Imuran (azathioprine)
  • Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide)
  • Deltasone (prednisone)
  • Actemra (tocilizumab)
  • Rituxan (rituximab)
Cost & Coupons

Cost & Coupons

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Important Notice

Important Notice

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