Brand name: Otezla Titration Pack TM
Active ingredients: apremilast
What it is used for
Otezla is indicated for: The treatment of signs and symptoms of active psoriatic arthritis in adult patients. The treatment of adult patients with plaque psoriasis who are candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy. The treatment of adult patients with oral ulcers associated with Behçets Disease who are candidates for systemic therapy.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Tablet, film coated
Pink, diamond shaped film-coated tablet with apr engraved on one side and 10 on the opposite side.
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
Part 2: Tablet, film coated
Brown, diamond shaped 20 mg film-coated tablet with 'APR' engraved on one side and '20' on the opposite side
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
Part 3: Tablet, film coated
Beige, diamond shaped 30 mg film-coated tablet with 'APR' engraved on one side and '30' on the opposite side
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
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Storage instructions
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Is this medicine subsidised?
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on April 1, 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient apremilast
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems