Aplex Kit
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Product introduction
Aplex Kit is a medicine used in treatment of psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis. It reduces pain, swelling, and other symptoms of inflammation. This medicine is generally used when a patient does not respond to or is contraindicated to other conventional treatment.
Aplex Kit may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as headache, diarrhea, nausea, runny nose, and nasal congestion. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Let your doctor also know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Aplex Kit may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. It can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as headache, diarrhea, nausea, runny nose, and nasal congestion. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent the side effects.
To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Let your doctor also know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.
Uses of Aplex Tablet
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic arthritis
Benefits of Aplex Tablet
In Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin problem in which skin cells build up and form scales and dry patches which are itchy and painful. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Aplex Kit helps manage psoriasis as well as other symptoms like pain, redness, swelling or irritation associated with it. This improves your self-esteem and confidence as your appearance changes. You should always take it as prescribed to get the full benefits.
In Psoriatic arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis is a form of arthritis (pain and swelling in the joints) that affect people with psoriasis (skin problem with dry and scaly patches). Aplex Kit improves your general physical function by reducing the swelling and pain in the joints. This means that you can carry out your daily activities easily and thus improve the quality of life.
Side effects of Aplex Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aplex
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Runny nose
- Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
How to use Aplex Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aplex Kit may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Aplex Tablet works
Aplex Kit is a combination of three different doses of Apremilast. It works by blocking the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (swelling) associated with psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis. This reduces the signs and symptoms of these conditions.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Aplex Kit. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aplex Kit during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aplex Kit during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Aplex Kit alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Aplex Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Aplex Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aplex Kit is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Aplex Kit may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Aplex Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Aplex Kit, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Aplex Kit is used for the treatment of certain type of arthritis (psoriatic arthritis) as well as a particular skin condition (psoriasis).
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor your medical history, especially of kidney disease, mood disorders (such as depression), or any allergies.
- You should know that your mental health may change in unexpected ways and you may become depressed. In such a case, you or your caregiver should inform the doctor immediately.
- Monitor your weight on a regular basis during the course of treatment. If you notice you are losing weight, consult your doctor.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Aplex Kit
Once A Day
71%
Twice A Day
18%
Once A Week
12%
What are you using Aplex Tablet for?
Psoriasis
100%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
100%
What were the side-effects while using Aplex Kit?
Nasal congest*
25%
Nausea
25%
Runny nose
25%
Headache
25%
*Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
How do you take Aplex Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Aplex Kit on price
Average
100%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Medscape. Apremilast. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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