Table 2 Secondary effects associated with pirfenidone treatment for two years
Symptoms | *n = 28 | % | **n = 34 | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gastritis | 17 | 81% | 23 | 67% |
Nausea | 10 | 48% | 12 | 35% |
Rash | 10 | 48% | 10 | 29% |
Photosensitivity | 3 | 14% | 3 | 9% |
Headache | 3 | 14% | 4 | 12% |
Vomiting | 1 | 5% | 1 | 3% |
Dizziness | 2 | 10% | 2 | 6% |
Weakness | 2 | 10% | 2 | 6% |
Insomnia | 1 | 5% | 1 | 3% |
Somnolence | 1 | 5% | 1 | 3% |