Nintedanib-Induced Colitis Can Mimic Inflammatory Bowel Disease

PMID: 38333722
Source: ACG Case Rep J
Publication date: 2024-02-09
Year: 2024

Abstract

Nintedanib is a medication that has been increasingly used for treatment of idiopathic and progressive pulmonary fibrosis. In this case series, we describe 3 patients with colitis symptoms associated with nintedanib use. Nintedanib discontinuation resulted in symptomatic resolution in all patients. Budesonide decreased symptoms in 1 patient. Clinicians should be vigilant in taking a thorough medication history and include nintedanib as a cause for gastrointestinal symptoms including colitis.