Apremilast
Information about Apremilast
Apremilast Uses
Apremilast is used in the treatment of Plaque psoriasis. It is used in patients who have had an inadequate response or have been intolerant to a previous medication.
How Apremilast works
Apremilast is a phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation associated with psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis, and thereby reduces the signs and symptoms of these conditions.
Common side effects of Apremilast
Diarrhea, Nausea1a, Vomiting, Upper respiratory tract infection, Headache, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Decreased appetite, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Depression, Migraine, Cough, Dyspepsia, Increased bowel movements, Upper abdominal pain, Gastro-esophageal reflux disease, Back pain, Fatigue, Hair follicle inflammation, Joint pain
Available Medicine for Apremilast
AprezoGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹82 to ₹2953 variant(s)
AplexAjanta Pharma Ltd
₹195 to ₹1982 variant(s)
PdlastSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹2501 variant(s)
RiasisZydus Cadila
₹3021 variant(s)
AprotylFDC Ltd
₹240 to ₹2942 variant(s)
ApremistCorona Remedies Pvt Ltd
₹2061 variant(s)
ApraizeIpca Laboratories Ltd
₹72 to ₹2743 variant(s)
AplaviaZydus Cadila
₹2501 variant(s)
AlizapBiocon
₹2511 variant(s)
AprenextIndiabulls pharmaceutical ltd
₹3021 variant(s)
Expert advice for Apremilast
- Apremilast is a well-tolerated medicine. Mild stomach upset may occur early during the treatment.
- Monitor your weight regularly as Apremilast may cause weight loss.
- Your doctor will gradually increase the dose from day 1 to day 6 of treatment, after which it may be kept constant.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience new or worsened depression, suicidal thoughts, other mood changes or unexplained weight loss.