5,414 reports of this reaction
1.5% of all APREMILAST reports
#13 most reported adverse reaction
DEPRESSION is the #13 most commonly reported adverse reaction for APREMILAST, manufactured by Amgen, Inc. There are 5,414 FDA adverse event reports linking APREMILAST to DEPRESSION. This represents approximately 1.5% of all 370,200 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking APREMILAST who experience depression should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
DEPRESSION is a less commonly reported adverse event for APREMILAST, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to depression, the following adverse reactions have been reported for APREMILAST:
The following drugs have also been linked to depression in FDA adverse event reports:
DEPRESSION has been reported as an adverse event in 5,414 FDA reports for APREMILAST. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
DEPRESSION accounts for approximately 1.5% of all adverse event reports for APREMILAST, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience depression while taking APREMILAST, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.