Apremilast and Weight loss
Result of checking the interaction of drug Apremilast and disease Weight loss for safety when used together.
When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.
Consumer:Apremilast therapy has been associated with weight loss. During controlled clinical trials, weight reduction between 5% to 10% of body weight was reported in 10% of patients treated with apremilast compared to 3.3% of those receiving placebo. Weight change should be monitored during apremilast therapy, particularly in patients suffering from anorexia, malnutrition, or excessive weight loss. Physicians should evaluate patients for any unexplained or clinically significant weight loss, and discontinuation of apremilast should be considered if appropriate.
Generic Name: apremilast
Brand Name: Otezla, Otezla Starter Pack
Synonyms: n.a.