I still do have my plaque
psoriasis, but it feels so
good to not be reminded
of
it all the time.”
I can get back to what I
love with less psoriatic
arthritis pain.”
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Pat had gotten used to covering up his plaque psoriasis and learned to live with the pitting in his nails and head-to-toe plaques. Over the years, he’d experienced lots of trial and error with different doctors and various topical treatments. But as time passed, Pat grew tired of sticky ointments on his skin. He decided it was time to try something different, and his doctor told him about a pill called Otezla. Pat is happy to say he started seeing clearer skin after 4 months and has now been on Otezla for 6 years.
Your results may vary
When Cindy’s psoriatic arthritis showed up, the things she loved most, like playing sports and keeping up with her twin sons, became difficult. She fought back the only way she knew how—research. She learned about Otezla, a pill that was different from the other treatments she had tried. Cindy’s doctor agreed Otezla was a good fit, and she left her appointment with a sample Starter Pack that same day. She noticed less swelling, tenderness, and pain in her joints after just 4 months of treatment with Otezla.
Your results may vary
You must not take Otezla if you are allergic to apremilast or to any of the ingredients in Otezla.
Otezla can cause allergic reactions, sometimes severe. Stop using Otezla and call your healthcare provider or seek emergency help right away if you develop any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction: trouble breathing or swallowing, raised bumps (hives), rash or itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat or arms.
Otezla can cause severe diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting, especially within the first few weeks of treatment. Use in elderly patients and the use of certain medications with Otezla appears to increase the risk of complications from having severe diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting. Tell your doctor if any of these conditions occur.
Otezla is associated with an increase in depression. In clinical studies, some patients reported depression, or suicidal behavior while taking Otezla. Some patients stopped taking Otezla due to depression. Before starting Otezla, tell your doctor if you have had feelings of depression, or suicidal thoughts or behavior. Be sure to tell your doctor if any of these symptoms or other mood changes develop or worsen during treatment with Otezla.
Some patients taking Otezla lost body weight. Your doctor should monitor your weight regularly. If unexplained or significant weight loss occurs, your doctor will decide if you should continue taking Otezla.
Some medicines may make Otezla less effective and should not be taken with Otezla. Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines.
The most common side effects of Otezla include diarrhea, nausea, upper respiratory tract infection, tension headache, and headache. These are not all the possible side effects with Otezla. Ask your doctor about other potential side effects. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or planning to breastfeed.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-332-1088.
Please click here for the Full Prescribing Information for Otezla.
Otezla® (apremilast) is a prescription medicine used to treat adult patients with:
You must not take Otezla if you are allergic to apremilast or to any of the ingredients in Otezla.
