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.
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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.
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*Patients have been compensated for their time.
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.
*Patients have been compensated for their time.
Your results may vary
At first, Michael treated his plaque psoriasis with topicals. He felt frustrated by the messiness and stickiness of the topicals and began to seek out a different treatment option. He and his doctor decided that Otezla would be a good fit for him. Michael is excited to share that after 4 months of treatment, with the help of Otezla, his symptoms have been reduced.
Your results may vary.
*Patients have been compensated for their time.
Your results may vary.
Kayla used topicals to help treat her plaque psoriasis symptoms of dryness, itching, and cracking skin. She didn’t like how the greasy, sticky creams and lotions made her feel. After talking to her doctor, they recommended she try Otezla. A twice-a-day pill is a great fit for Kayla, and she is thankful she has Otezla.
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*Patients have been compensated for their time.
Your results may vary.
Sarah had been prescribed various creams and shampoos for her red, flaky, and dry plaque psoriasis—but they just didn’t fit her lifestyle. She knew there had to be a better option. After just 4 months on Otezla, Sarah achieved clearer skin and was pleased to see less redness and flaking. Most importantly, she was able to get back to her favorite pastimes of fly-fishing and enjoying the great outdoors.
Your results may vary.
*Patients have been compensated for their time.
Your results may vary.
Throughout most of his life, Charlie was embarrassed by his plaque psoriasis. He tried to cover it up, but it became difficult when his plaques became dry and cracked and started to bleed. Before his doctor prescribed Otezla, he felt he’d tried everything—topicals, home remedies, phototherapy—and was skeptical that a pill could help. Charlie has been on treatment for over a year now and has clearer skin. He only wishes he had tried Otezla sooner!
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*Patients have been compensated for their time.
Your results may vary.
Jillian’s most frustrating plaque psoriasis symptom was itching. She found herself digging her nails into her skin just to avoid scratching off the plaques. She was trying to manage her symptoms but felt like she was using topicals all the time. She knew there had to be a different treatment option, so she discussed it with her doctor, and they decided Otezla would be a better fit for her lifestyle. Jillian has had a positive experience on treatment with Otezla, and most days, she says she doesn’t have to cover up her skin.
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*Patients have been compensated for their time.
Your results may vary.
Dallas is a professional football player who has been covering his plaque psoriasis on and off the field. After years of cycling on topicals, Dallas decided to have a conversation with his doctor about a different treatment option. They talked about tackling plaque psoriasis from the inside-out and not just on the surface with a pill, Otezla. Dallas is excited to be on a treatment for his plaque psoriasis that fits his lifestyle as a professional athlete.
Your results may vary.
*Patients have been compensated for their time.
Your results may vary
Did you know you may be eligible to pay as little as $0 per month through the Otezla Co-Pay Program? For eligible, commercially insured patients, your co-pay can be applied to deductible, co-insurance, and co-payment,* and is available regardless of your income level.
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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. For children 6 years of age or older, their doctor should monitor their growth (height and weight). If they are not growing or gaining weight as expected, their doctor will decide if they 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.
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Otezla® (apremilast) is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of:
You must not take Otezla if you are allergic to apremilast or to any of the ingredients in Otezla.
