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Pdlast
Pdlast Products are primarily used for
Plaque psoriasis
About Pdlast Products
Uses of Pdlast Products
Apremilast is used in the treatment of Plaque psoriasis. It is used in patients who have had an inadequate response or have been intolerant to a previous medication.
Pdlast Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Pdlast are Diarrhea, Nausea1a, Vomiting, Upper respiratory tract infection, Headache, Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways), Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Decreased appetite, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Depression, Migraine, Cough, Dyspepsia, Increased bowel movements, Upper abdominal pain, Gastro-esophageal reflux disease, Back pain, Fatigue, Hair follicle inflammation, Joint pain.
How Pdlast Products work
Apremilast 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.
Patient Concerns about Pdlast Products
Frequently asked questions about Pdlast Products
Frequently asked questions about Apremilast
Q. Is Pdlast Tablet an immunosuppressant?
No, Pdlast Tablet 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 Pdlast Tablet to work?
Pdlast Tablet 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 Pdlast Tablet cause depression?
Yes, Pdlast Tablet 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.
Q. Does Pdlast Tablet cause weight reduction?
Yes, Pdlast Tablet may cause a decrease in appetite which may further cause weight loss. You should monitor your weight regularly while on treatment with Pdlast Tablet. In case of significant weight loss, consult your doctor and consider stopping Pdlast Tablet.
Q. How should Pdlast Tablet be taken?
Be sure to take Pdlast Tablet 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 Pdlast Tablet?
You should not take rifampicin if you are taking Pdlast Tablet. Rifampicin interferes with the working of Pdlast Tablet by decreasing its levels, making it less effective. As a result, you may not see any improvement after taking Pdlast Tablet.
Q. What if I get pregnant during treatment with Pdlast Tablet?
In case you get pregnant while taking Pdlast Tablet, 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 Pdlast Tablet there may be a risk of baby loss or defects in unborn baby.