Apremilast and Metolazone

• Generic Name: apremilast
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Otezla, Otezla Starter Pack

Apremilast inhibits an enzyme within your immune system that can affect certain cells and contribute to inflammation in the body.

Apremilast is used to treat the symptoms of active psoriatic arthritis in adults. Apremilast is also used to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in people who may also receive phototherapy or other treatments for psoriasis.

Apremilast can relieve tenderness and swelling in and around the joints, but apremilast is not a cure for psoriatic arthritis.

Apremilast may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metolazone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Zaroxolyn, Mykrox

Metolazone is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Metolazone is used to treat fluid retention (edema) in people with congestive heart failure, or a kidney disorder such as nephrotic syndrome. Metolazone is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Metolazone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.