Description / Application
Pirfenidone is a pyridone that is 2-pyridone substituted at positions 1 and 5 by phenyl and methyl groups respectively. An anti-inflammatory drug used for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. It has a role as an antifibrotic agent, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, a non-narcotic analgesic and an antipyretic.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 5-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-pyridone; 5-Methyl-1-phenyl-2-(1H)-pyridone; 5-Methyl-1-phenylpyridin-2(1H)-one; Deskar; Esbriet |
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| Molecular Formula | C12H11NO |
| Molecular Weight | 185.22 |
| MFCD | MFCD00866047 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H302 |
| Precautionary Statements | P264;P270;P301+P312;P330;P501 |