Approved Uses Otezla® (apremilast) is a prescription medicine used to treat adult patients with:

  • Plaque psoriasis for whom phototherapy or systemic therapy is appropriate.
  • Active psoriatic arthritis.
  • Oral ulcers associated with Behçet’s Disease.

Helpful resources

Looking for more information about your moderate to severe plaque psoriasis or how Otezla can help? We’re here to support you along the way.

  • Just started taking Otezla? From your doctor’s office to your doorstep—our 1 page Patient Roadmap will give you information on getting started with Otezla, financial support options, and how to get Otezla delivered.
    Check out the roadmap here
  • Wondering how to use telehealth? Find out ways to connect to a dermatologist through telehealth here or how to find a new one altogether
  • Want to hear about Otezla from the experts? Watch a video here about why Otezla may be an option for you from the perspective of a dermatologist, an Otezla patient services professional, and a patient who currently takes Otezla
  • Looking for brochures about Otezla you can read on the go? Find a downloadable brochure all about Otezla, including how to take it and what to expect here
  • Need more information about plaque psoriasis? Check out these links to other helpful websites all about living with plaque psoriasis

Accessing medication through telehealth

If you prefer to speak to your dermatologist from home, or you’re looking for a new one altogether, there are ways you can continue to get care virtually. Through telehealth, you may be able to connect with your dermatologist by phone or any device with internet access, all without leaving your home.

Just like any time you have an appointment, you can use telehealth to discuss your symptoms, treatment options, and whether Otezla may be right for you.

Keep this in mind as you get started:

Go to DermatologistOnCall.com

Getting ready for your first telehealth visit

If you haven’t experienced a telehealth appointment before, don’t worry—we’re here to help!
Keep reading for some tips that may help.

For other telehealth resources, check out the following:

Still have questions about telehealth?

Watch this video for more information and tips on how to prepare for a telehealth appointment.

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Helpful websites

Your dermatologist is always your best resource for information about your plaque psoriasis and the treatment options available to you. That being said, it’s always a good idea to learn more about your plaque psoriasis—and the sites below can help.

Carole’s Story (Patient Testimonial)

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Carole’s Story (Patient Testimonial)
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Important Safety Information

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.

APPROVED USES

Otezla® (apremilast) is a prescription medicine used to treat adult patients with:

  • Plaque psoriasis for whom phototherapy or systemic therapy is appropriate.
  • Active psoriatic arthritis.
  • Oral ulcers associated with Behçet’s Disease.
Important Safety Information

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.

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