APREMILAST

Overview

APREMILAST is a Schedule H drug.
Apremilast is a medication used to treat psoriatic athritis and also to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis.
It belongs to the class known as Phospho diesterase 4 inhibitors.
Common side effects includes Diarrhea, Nausea and headache.

Usage

APREMILAST is generally used to treat: Psoriasis, Psoriatic Arthritis, Psoriatic Rheumatism
APREMILAST can address symptoms like: Skin Irritation, Body Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

APREMILAST is generally taken With Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Precautions should be exercised in the patients with the history of Kidney or mental disorders.
It may cause drowsiness. Avoid driving while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

APREMILAST over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Cough, Nausea

Common Side-Effects

APREMILAST : Diarrhoea, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Pharyngitis, Chills, Cough, Head Headache, Nausea, Sneezing, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness

Serious Side-Effects

APREMILAST : Abdominal Pain, Headache, Back Pain, Heartburn, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful)

Rare Side-Effects

APREMILAST : Skin Rash, Chronic Cough, Migraine, Difficulty Concentrating, Difficulty Sleeping, Fever, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Weight Loss (unintentional)

Disease Interactions

APREMILAST can interfere with: Depression, Acute Kidney Failure

Technical Classification

APREMILAST is categorized as: ANTIRHEUMATICS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with APREMILAST as Ingredient

APREZO 30MG TABAPREMILAST 30 MG