Apraize 10 Tablet is used in the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis which is a type of skin condition. This medicine is used when other conventional treatments cannot be used or if the patient is not responsive or intolerant to any of these treatments.
Apraize 10 Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and do not stop taking the medicine even if you get better until that doctor tells you it is alright to stop. You may need to monitor your weight regularly while taking the medicine as it may cause weight loss.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. If these side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you an alternative medicine or by adjusting the dose.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Uses:
Plaque psoriasis
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Apraize
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Apraize 10 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Apraize 10 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Apraize 10 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Apraize 10 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Apraize 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Apraize 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Apraize 10 Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Apraize 10 Tablet is recommended.
FAQs:
Q. Is Apraize 10 Tablet an immunosuppressant?
No, Apraize 10 Tablet is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to a class of medicines known as phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitors (PDE4) which work by blocking the activity of PDE4. PDE4 is found in inflammatory cells and blocking it helps in reducing the molecules responsible for inflammation.
Q. How long does it take for Apraize 10 Tablet to work?
Apraize 10 Tablet is used to treat plaque psoriasis (red, scaly, thick, itchy, painful patches on skin) and psoriatic arthritis (a condition that causes joint pain and swelling). It is a long-term treatment and may take about 16 weeks to show an improvement.
Q. Can Apraize 10 Tablet cause depression?
Affirmative, Apraize 10 Tablet may cause depression as a side effect. The patient may also develop suicidal thoughts. It should be avoided in patients with a history of depression. In case you develop any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately or ask your friends or relatives to help seek medical advice.
Q. Does Apraize 10 Tablet cause weight reduction?
Affirmative, Apraize 10 Tablet may cause a decrease in appetite which may further cause weight loss. You should monitor your weight regularly while on treatment with Apraize 10 Tablet. In case of significant weight loss, consult your doctor and consider stopping Apraize 10 Tablet.
Q. How should Apraize 10 Tablet be taken?
Be sure to take Apraize 10 Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe a low dose initially. This dose will be increased gradually after 6 days. Swallow the tablets whole with water. You can take it with or without food.
Q. Can I take rifampicin along with Apraize 10 Tablet?
You should not take rifampicin if you are taking Apraize 10 Tablet. Rifampicin interferes with the working of Apraize 10 Tablet by decreasing its levels, making it less effective. As a result, you may not see any improvement after taking Apraize 10 Tablet.
Q. What if I get pregnant during treatment with Apraize 10 Tablet?
In case you get pregnant while taking Apraize 10 Tablet, you should inform your doctor immediately. In fact, pregnancy should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. The reason being, according to animal studies, with Apraize 10 Tablet there may be a risk of baby loss or defects in unborn baby.
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