Table 5 Sources of information about antifibrotics, among those treated with antifibrotics
Pirfenidone (Esbriet) (n = 59) | Nintedanib (Ofev) (n = 59) | |
|---|---|---|
My doctor informed me | 71% | 75% |
I discovered it from my own research | 12% | 14% |
I heard about it from another person with IPF/support group | 7% | 3% |
I am not aware of this medication | 8% | 8% |
A family member or friend discovered it and informed me about it | 2% | 0% |