Discussions tagged “Otezla”

I'm starting the Otezla 28 Day Ped Starter Pack soon and I'm a bit nervous. Anyone have tips for managing side effects and tolerating the escalating dose? Should I be worried about the more serious side effects or is that unlikely? How long do the first weeks feel? I'm mainly taking it for psoriasis, so I'm definitely hoping it works. What was your experience?

I just started the Otezla 28 Day Starter Pack for my psoriasis. I was wondering if anyone else has experienced the side effects listed in the package. Specifically, I'm concerned about the gastrointestinal issues and changes in mood. I've heard that some people have had severe reactions, but I also know that everyone's experience is different. Has anyone found any tips or tricks to mitigate these side effects? Also, how long did it take for you to see improvement in your symptoms? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!

I've been taking Otezla (apremilast) 30mg tablets for about six months now to manage my psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Initially, I was skeptical about an oral medication, having tried multiple topical treatments with limited success. However, Otezla has been a game-changer. I've noticed significant improvements in my skin lesions and joint pain, which has greatly improved my quality of life. Otezla works by reducing inflammation inside the body by blocking a specific enzyme called PDE4. This helps to calm down the overactive immune response that causes these conditions. While the side effects can be challenging, the benefits have far outweighed the drawbacks for me. I've experienced some mild side effects like headache and upset stomach, but nothing I couldn't manage. I'm curious to hear from others who have tried Otezla and their experiences with it. Has anyone had severe side effects or found other medications to be more effective?