Jean

Hi

I’m 84 years old and was diagnosed with IPF last April.  After finding funding for Ofev I started it at the 150 mg dose.  After 2 months of it I had trouble even looking at food and had to stay home unless I took  immodium.  My family said I changed and was very depressed although I didn’t notice it.  I stopped it before Christmas because I wa…[Read more]

I have both.  I can recover with a small rest after dragging the bricks. But I also sleep long hours at night and it’s still hard to get up and get going in the am.

My dr. has never discussed my degree of fibrosis with me.  I was diagnosed 3 months ago. I suggested the Ofev since it is only 2 pills a day.  I have been taking it for 6 weeks.  I have IPF.

I have many side effects.  The diarrhea is horrible.  I have little appetite and things taste strange.  I also have sweats and chills.    This coupled…[Read more]