Nintedanib

Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

Nintedanib Uses

Nintedanib is used in the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and non-small cell lung cancer.

How Nintedanib works

Nintedanib is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

Common side effects of Nintedanib

Nausea, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Weight loss, Headache, Decreased appetite, Increased liver enzymes

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Medicine brands for Nintedanib

BDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt

₹703 to ₹843

2 variant(s)

NintePRIDE

STERIS Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

₹987 to ₹987

1 variant(s)

Macdanib

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹646 to ₹759

3 variant(s)

NIntabID

J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd

BDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt

₹750 to ₹900

2 variant(s)

Fibronib

Chemo Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹703 to ₹843

2 variant(s)

Expert advice for Nintedanib

Nintedanib is used for the treatment of thyroid cancer.
Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, nausea or vomiting.
It may cause serious bleeding problem. Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.