Aprezo 20 Tablet 4

Aprezo 20 Tablet 4 is used to manage psoriatic arthritis.

Uses of Aprezo 20 Tablet 4 are:

• Psoriatic Arthritis: Helps control symptoms of this inflammatory joint condition in adults.
• Plaque Psoriasis: Helps manage moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in candidates for phototherapy or systemic therapy.
• Behçet's Disease: Helps manage oral ulcers linked to this rare disorder.

Here's how you should take Aprezo 20 Tablet:

• Swallow it whole with a glass of water.

• Avoid chewing, splitting, or crushing the tablet.

• You can take this medicine with or without food as per your comfort.

• Do not consume more than the dose recommended by your doctor.

• Consult your doctor before stopping the medicine.

Aprezo 20 Tablet is taken orally.

Aprezo 20 Tablet contains apremilast (20 mg), which acts on your body through the following mechanisms:

• Inhibits PDE4 Enzyme: Apremilast works by blocking an enzyme in your cells known as phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4).

• Increases cAMP Levels: By inhibiting PDE4, apremilast effectively increases the levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) within cells.

• Induces Anti-inflammatory Mediators: The increased levels of cAMP lead to the production of anti-inflammatory mediators.

• Decreases Pro-inflammatory Mediators: Alongside inducing anti-inflammatory mediators, elevated cAMP decreases the production of pro-inflammatory mediators. This effectively reduces inflammation in the body and alleviates symptoms associated with conditions like psoriatic arthritis and plaque psoriasis.

• Store Aprezo 20 Tablet below 30°C in a cool, dry place.

• Keep the medicine away from direct light and moisture.

• Always keep Aprezo 20 Tablet out of reach of children.

• Make sure to use this medicine before its expiry date.

• If you're managing psoriatic arthritis or plaque psoriasis with Aprezo 20 Tablet, consider incorporating omega-3 fatty acids into your diet. These healthy fats, found in fish and flaxseeds, may help reduce inflammation.

• Regular gentle exercise can also help manage symptoms of these conditions. Try activities like swimming or yoga that are kind to your joints.