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Aprezo 30mg Tablet is a product of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition: Apremilast (30mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 333.70

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All Details About Aprezo 30mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Aprezo 30mg Tablet

Description:

Aprezo 30mg Tablet is used in the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, which is a type of skin condition. This medicine is used when regular treatments do not work or cannot be used due to side effects or poor response.

Aprezo 30mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and do not stop taking the medicine even if you get better until your doctor tells you it is right to stop. You may need to monitor your weight regularly while taking the medicine, as it may cause weight loss.


Using Aprezo 30mg Tablet may cause a few common side effects, such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. 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 alternative medicine or by adjusting the dose.


To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking before taking Aprezo 30mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have any issues with your kidneys, liver, heart, etc. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.

Uses:

  • Plaque psoriasis

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aprezo 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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

Ordinary side effects of Aprezo

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Upper respiratory tract infection

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aprezo 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Aprezo 30mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aprezo 30mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Aprezo 30mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Aprezo 30mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aprezo 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

FAQs:

Is Aprezo 30mg Tablet an immunosuppressant?

No, Aprezo 30mg 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.

How long does it take for Aprezo 30mg Tablet to work?

Aprezo 30mg 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.

Can Aprezo 30mg Tablet cause depression?

Affirmative, Aprezo 30mg 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 you seek medical advice.

Does Aprezo 30mg Tablet cause weight reduction?

Affirmative, Aprezo 30mg Tablet may cause a decrease in appetite, which may further cause weight loss. You should monitor your weight regularly while on treatment with Aprezo 30mg Tablet. In case of significant weight loss, consult your doctor and consider stopping Aprezo 30mg Tablet.

How should Aprezo 30mg Tablet be taken?

Be sure to take Aprezo 30mg 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.

Can I take rifampicin along with Aprezo 30mg Tablet?

You should not take rifampicin if you are taking Aprezo 30mg Tablet. Rifampicin interferes with the working of Aprezo 30mg Tablet by decreasing its levels, making it less effective. As a result, you may not see any improvement after taking Aprezo 30mg Tablet.

What if I get pregnant during treatment with Aprezo 30mg Tablet?

In case you get pregnant while taking Aprezo 30mg 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 Aprezo 30mg Tablet, there may be a risk of baby loss or defects in the unborn baby.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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