I'm really worried about my father's health. He's been on a lot of medications and injections for his psoriasis, and he also has arthritis. If he starts taking Aprezo, how long would he need to stay on it? Are we talking months or years? This is really important to know.

Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 3+ Yrs

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Aprezo (Apremilast) is a medication for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. The treatment duration varies depending on individual response and tolerability. _Typical Treatment Duration_ 1. _Induction phase_: 5 days to 1 week (initial dose escalation) 2. _Maintenance phase_: Ongoing, as long as the medication is effective and well-tolerated _Monitoring and Adjustments_ 1. Regular follow-ups with your doctor to assess response and adjust dosage as needed 2. Monitoring for potential side effects, such as diarrhea, nausea, or headache

Answered 11 days ago