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Compare Apremilast (Otezla) and UPADACITINIB (Rinvoq) — clinical data, side effects, and patient experiences.
Otezla · PDE4 Inhibitor
How it works
Inhibits phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4), increasing intracellular cAMP levels to modulate inflammatory mediator production.
Approved for
Rinvoq · JAK Inhibitor
How it works
12.1 Mechanism of Action Upadacitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor. JAKs are intracellular enzymes which transmit signals arising from cytokine or growth factor-receptor inter...
Approved for
Estimated frequency (%) based on clinical trial data
Based on 21 Reddit discussions
Apremilast
17%
positive
6 threads
UPADACITINIB
60%
positive
15 threads
% of discussions mentioning each side effect
6 Reddit threads analysed for Apremilast
Overall Sentiment
Mixed
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
2 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
This is a 38-year-old female with multiple medical problems including psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis for which she receives secukinumab, apremilast, and leflunomide. She is admitted to the hospital on November 16 for progressive dyspnea and generalized body pain. She has chronic sinus congestio
What’s going on with me is kind of a question mark so I’m thinking of throwing it out to the internet for some ideas. I know my doctors are doing their best and I feel taken care of but not getting any real answers and they’re really overworked with the pandemic. It’s not instead of, because I am be
I'm 17M Asian 5'11 weigh around 190 lbs. I was diagnosed with plaque psoriasis 2 weeks ago. My arms were already getting better and barely any flare-ups were happening as I was using the meds my doctor prescribed which were oral apremilast/otezla 30mg a day and topical 0.5% bethamethasone ointment,
I am a radiologist. I just received antirabies treatment few hours ago. I wonder if topical clobetasol has any effect on efficacy of rabies treatment. I take apremilast 10 mg for psoriasis O.D. Other than that, im taking Vitamin D shots (60000 IU weekly) Non-alcoholic Non-smoker
* **Age:** 24 * **Sex:** M * **Height/Weight:** 170cm / 75 kg * **Race:** Indian (Honestly, I don't know.) * **Primary Complaint:** Questioning treatment plan for Alopecia Areata * **Duration:** 3 years * **Any existing medical issues:** Hypertension and Ulcerative Colitis * **Current medications an
Italia, uomo, 31 anni, 60 kg, non fumatore. Sportivo, da sempre alimentazione sana. Ciao a tutti. Da inizio 2023 ho costantemente ulcere orali, macchie rosse e piccoli rigonfiamenti in bocca. All’inizio erano numerose e molto dolorose; oggi la situazione è più “leggera” ma persiste: di solito
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
15 Reddit threads analysed for UPADACITINIB
Overall Sentiment
Slightly positive
Comparison Threads
0
Avg Post Score
29 upvotes
Most discussed side effects in community
For context: for pretty much all of last year over 80% of my body was covered in eczema rash. It was so severe I couldn't use the shower and had to either take baths or wash myself in the sink. My scalp was constantly peeling and I was *always* itchy. While my skin would get better in summer, it was
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Hey everyone! I just wanted to provide some sort of update having been on Upadacitinib for just over a month. My eczema is gone and I no longer need to take cold showers and I don't even need to moisturise after showers. My skin looks healthy and clear it is so surreal. This medication is not a ste
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I am interested in participating in a clinical trial. I am leaning towards the 3 mentioned in the title, though I would love to hear about any others that seem promising. I am hoping there will be phase 3 trials in my area some time in the first half of 2018 for ABT-494 and PF-04965842. Phase 3 for
About 80% of my body was covered when I went to the dermatologist, so he sent me to hospital for inpatient treatment for 5 days. I did a paraffin bath -> topical steroid -> wet wrap -> emollient treatment twice a day and everything has cleared up. I've been given a metric tonne of moisturiz
Almost a year ago, after years of worsening Atopic Dermatitis, i said enough is enough, and decided to buy Upadacitinib, a JAK inhibitor originally used for rheumatoid arthritis, after reading about very promising clinical trials for AD. When i posted about it many of you guys were surprised about
Community discussions are sourced from public Reddit threads. Content reflects individual opinions and is not medical advice.
Apremilast is a PDE4 Inhibitor, while UPADACITINIB belongs to the JAK Inhibitor class. This means they work through different pharmacological mechanisms, which may influence both efficacy and side effect profiles.
Apremilast carries 3 FDA warnings. UPADACITINIB carries 4 FDA warnings. Patients should discuss all warnings and contraindications with their healthcare provider before starting or switching medications..
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