Okpin 30mg Tablet

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Apremilast (30mg)

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Shreeyam Healthcare

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Product introduction

Okpin 30mg 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 Okpin 30mg 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 Okpin 30mg 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 Okpin Tablet

Plaque psoriasis

Benefits of Okpin 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. Okpin 30mg 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 Okpin 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 Okpin

Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Headache
Upper respiratory tract infection

How to use Okpin 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. Okpin 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Okpin Tablet works

Okpin 30mg 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

Okpin 30mg Tablet is a well-tolerated medicine. Mild stomach upset may occur early during the treatment.
Monitor your weight regularly, as Okpin 30mg 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

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Okpin 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Okpin 30mg 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Okpin 30mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Okpin 30mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Okpin 30mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Okpin 30mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Okpin 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Okpin 30mg Tablet is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

Is Okpin 30mg Tablet an immunosuppressant?

No, Okpin 30mg 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.

How long does it take for Okpin 30mg Tablet to work?

Okpin 30mg 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.

Can Okpin 30mg Tablet cause depression?

Yes, Okpin 30mg 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.

Does Okpin 30mg Tablet cause weight reduction?

Yes, Okpin 30mg Tablet may cause a decrease in appetite, which may further cause weight loss. You should monitor your weight regularly while on treatment with Okpin 30mg Tablet. In case of significant weight loss, consult your doctor and consider stopping Okpin 30mg Tablet.

How should Okpin 30mg Tablet be taken?

Be sure to take Okpin 30mg 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.

Can I take rifampicin along with Okpin 30mg Tablet?

You should not take rifampicin if you are taking Okpin 30mg Tablet. Rifampicin interferes with the working of Okpin 30mg Tablet by decreasing its levels, making it less effective. As a result, you may not see any improvement after taking Okpin 30mg Tablet.

What if I get pregnant during treatment with Okpin 30mg Tablet?

In case you get pregnant while taking Okpin 30mg 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 Okpin 30mg Tablet, there may be a risk of baby loss or defects in the unborn baby.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Isoindole Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Phosphodiesterase-IV inhibitors (PsA & PSO)

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Address: 21 Rajat Kamal Soc-2, Satellite, Ahmedabad 380015, Gujarat - INDIA

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General Information

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Product introduction

Uses of Okpin Tablet

Benefits of Okpin Tablet

Side effects of Okpin Tablet

How to use Okpin Tablet

How Okpin Tablet works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Okpin 30mg Tablet an immunosuppressant?

How long does it take for Okpin 30mg Tablet to work?

Can Okpin 30mg Tablet cause depression?

Does Okpin 30mg Tablet cause weight reduction?

How should Okpin 30mg Tablet be taken?

Can I take rifampicin along with Okpin 30mg Tablet?

What if I get pregnant during treatment with Okpin 30mg Tablet?

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