Avplex 30mg Capsule

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Composition FOR Avplex 30mg Capsule

Apremilast(30mg)

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alcohol interaction for Avplex Capsule

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food
alcohol
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Avplex 30mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Avplex 30mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Avplex 30mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Information regarding the use of Avplex 30mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Avplex 30mg Capsule

Apremilast(30mg)

Avplex capsule uses

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How avplex capsule works

Avplex 30mg Capsule is a phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation associated with psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis, and thereby reduces the signs and symptoms of these conditions.

Common side effects of avplex capsule

Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Upper respiratory tract infection

SUBSTITUTES FOR Avplex Capsule

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Avplex Capsule

  • Apremilast is a well-tolerated medicine. Mild stomach upset may occur early during the treatment.
  • Monitor your weight regularly as Apremilast may cause weight loss.
  • Your doctor will gradually increase the dose from day 1 to day 6 of treatment, after which it may be kept constant.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience new or worsened depression, suicidal thoughts, other mood changes or unexplained weight loss.
     

Frequently asked questions FOR Avplex 30mg Capsule

Apremilast

Q. Is Avplex 30mg Capsule an immunosuppressant?
No, Avplex 30mg Capsule is not an immunosuppressant. It belongs to a class of medicines known as phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitors (PDE4) which work by blocking the activity of PDE4. PDE4 is found in inflammatory cells and blocking it helps in reducing the molecules responsible for inflammation.
Q. How long does it take for Avplex 30mg Capsule to work?
Avplex 30mg Capsule is used to treat plaque psoriasis (red, scaly, thick, itchy, painful patches on skin) and psoriatic arthritis (a condition that causes joint pain and swelling). It is a long-term treatment and may take about 16 weeks to show an improvement.
Q. Can Avplex 30mg Capsule cause depression?
Yes, Avplex 30mg Capsule may cause depression as a side effect. The patient may also develop suicidal thoughts. It should be avoided in patients with a history of depression. In case you develop any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately or ask your friends or relatives to help seek medical advice.
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Q. Does Avplex 30mg Capsule cause weight reduction?
Yes, Avplex 30mg Capsule may cause a decrease in appetite which may further cause weight loss. You should monitor your weight regularly while on treatment with Avplex 30mg Capsule. In case of significant weight loss, consult your doctor and consider stopping Avplex 30mg Capsule.
Q. How should Avplex 30mg Capsule be taken?
Be sure to take Avplex 30mg Capsule exactly as directed by your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe a low dose initially. This dose will be increased gradually after 6 days. Swallow the tablets whole with water. You can take it with or without food.
Q. Can I take rifampicin along with Avplex 30mg Capsule?
You should not take rifampicin if you are taking Avplex 30mg Capsule. Rifampicin interferes with the working of Avplex 30mg Capsule by decreasing its levels, making it less effective. As a result, you may not see any improvement after taking Avplex 30mg Capsule.
Q. What if I get pregnant during treatment with Avplex 30mg Capsule?
In case you get pregnant while taking Avplex 30mg Capsule, you should inform your doctor immediately. In fact, pregnancy should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. The reason being, according to animal studies, with Avplex 30mg Capsule there may be a risk of baby loss or defects in unborn baby.

Content on this page was last updated on 26 February, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)