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Mprila Tablet

Apremilast (30mg)
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Mprila Tablet is used in the treatment of moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, which is a type of skin condition. This medicine is used when regular treatments do not work or cannot be used due to side effects or poor response.

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Last updated on 22 Sep 2025 | 12:15 AM (IST)
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General Information

Contains

Apremilast (30mg)

Marketer

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Mprila Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it regularly and do not stop taking the medicine even if you get better until your doctor tells you it is right to stop. You may need to monitor your weight regularly while taking the medicine, as it may cause weight loss.


Using Mprila Tablet may cause a few common side effects, such as nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, and upper respiratory tract infection. If these side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing alternative medicine or by adjusting the dose.


To make sure the medicine is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking before taking Mprila Tablet. Inform your doctor if you have any issues with your kidneys, liver, heart, etc. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.

Uses of Mprila Tablet

  • Plaque psoriasis

Benefits of Mprila Tablet

Plaque psoriasis
Plaque psoriasis is the most common form of psoriasis, a condition where the skin cells in the body grow too quickly and form scales and dry patches. They can grow anywhere, but most appear on the scalp, elbows, knees, and lower back. Mprila Tablet reduces the scaly, itchy patches which may develop on the different parts of the body. It may take several months to become fully effective. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Mprila 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 Mprila
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Upper respiratory tract infection

How to use Mprila 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. Mprila Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Mprila Tablet works

Mprila Tablet is a phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) inhibitor. 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.

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Quick tips

  • Mprila Tablet is a well-tolerated medicine. Mild stomach upset may occur early during the treatment.
  • Monitor your weight regularly, as Mprila Tablet 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Mprila Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Mprila Tablet 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.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Mprila Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Mprila Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Mprila Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mprila Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Mprila Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Mprila Tablet is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

No, Mprila 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.
Mprila 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.
Yes, Mprila 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 you seek medical advice.
Yes, Mprila Tablet may cause a decrease in appetite, which may further cause weight loss. You should monitor your weight regularly while on treatment with Mprila Tablet. In case of significant weight loss, consult your doctor and consider stopping Mprila Tablet.
Be sure to take Mprila 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.
You should not take rifampicin if you are taking Mprila Tablet. Rifampicin interferes with the working of Mprila Tablet by decreasing its levels, making it less effective. As a result, you may not see any improvement after taking Mprila Tablet.
In case you get pregnant while taking Mprila 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 Mprila Tablet, there may be a risk of baby loss or defects in the unborn baby.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Isoindole Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Phosphodiesterase-IV inhibitors (PsA & PSO)

References

  1. Apremilast [Product Information]. Thousand Oaks, CA: Amgen Inc.; 2021. [Accessed 20 Feb. 2024] (online) Available from:
  2. Apremilast [Prescribing Information]. Thousand Oaks, CA: Amgen Inc.; 2024. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd - A Viatris Company
Address: Mylan Pharmaceuticals Private Limited , Commercial Operations , Prestige Tech Park,Platina-3, 7th to 12th floor, Prestige Tech Park, Kadubesanahalli, Bangalore -560103

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Country of origin: India
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