Review the side-effects of Apremilast as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upper abdominal pain, dyspepsia, decreased appetite
Nervous system: Headache
Respiratory: Inflammation of Nose and pharynx, upper respiratory tract infection
Skin: Rash, allergies
Lab abnormalities: Weight should be monitored regularly
• The recommended dose is one tablet 30 mg daily in case of severe kidney damage.
• In case of overdose with apremilast, patients should seek immediate medical help.
• Symptomatic and supportive care should be taken in this case.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, upper abdominal pain, dyspepsia, decreased appetite
Nervous system: Headache
Respiratory: Inflammation of Nose and pharynx, upper respiratory tract infection
Skin: Rash, allergies
Lab abnormalities: Weight should be monitored regularly
Other Precautions :
• Caution should be exercised when using apremilast in a nursing woman.• The recommended dose is one tablet 30 mg daily in case of severe kidney damage.
• In case of overdose with apremilast, patients should seek immediate medical help.
• Symptomatic and supportive care should be taken in this case.
