Biaxin Filmtab and Otezla

• Generic Name: clarithromycin
• Dosage Forms: tablets, extended-release tablets, oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Biaxin, Biaxin XL

Clarithromycin is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. It is also used in combination with other medicines to treat duodenal ulcers caused by H. pylori. This medicine is also used to prevent and treat Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) infection.

Clarithromycin belongs to the class of medicines, known as macrolide antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: apremilast
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Otezla, Otezla Starter Pack

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

Otezla is used to treat the symptoms of active psoriatic arthritis in adults.

Otezla can relieve tenderness and swelling in and around the joints, but this medicine is not a cure for psoriatic arthritis.

Otezla is used to treat moderate to severe plaque psoriasis in people who may also receive phototherapy or other treatments for psoriasis.

Otezla is also used to treat adults with oral ulcers associated with Behçet’s Disease.