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Do you start inhaled treprostinil outside a pulmonary hypertension indication in a patient with IPF and ongoing FVC decline despite antifibrotic therapy?
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Pulmonology · National Jewish Health
The phase 3 data show efficacy with a high discontinuation rate. Of course, it's not FDA-approved, so I wouldn't start it until the FDA approves it.
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Pulmonology · Thomas Jefferson University
At this time, initiating inhaled treprostinil purely as an antifibrotic in IPF remains challenging, given the lack of FDA approval. Off-label use faces practical barriers, including insurance coverage and cost. That said, the Phase 3 TETON data are encouraging. Both trials demonstrated a clinically ...