Ofev TM
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Active ingredients: nintedanib
Brand name
(ARTG)
: OFEV nintedanib (as esilate) 100 mg soft capsule blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
OFEV is indicated in combination with docetaxel for the treatment of patients with locally advanced, metastatic or recurrent non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) of adenocarcinoma tumour histology after failure of first line chemotherapy.,OFEV is indicated for the treatment of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).,OFEV is also indicated for the treatment of other chronic fibrosing Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILDs) with a progressive phenotype.,OFEV is indicated for slowing the rate of decline in pulmonary function in patients with systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, soft
- Oral
- Peach-coloured, opaque, oblong, soft gelatin capsules imprinted in black on one side with the Boehringer Ingelheim company logo and 100
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Moisture
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 60 soft capsules pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on November, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient nintedanib
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
