Devanib

by Horizon

Active ingredient: Deucravacitinib

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About Deucravacitinib

Antipsoriasis

Uses

Moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in patients who are candidates for systemic therapy or phototherapy.

How to take it

Adults: 6 mg once daily. Children: Not recommended.

Side effects

Upper respiratory infections, increased blood CPK, herpes simplex, mouth ulcers, folliculitis, acne.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Contraindicated in pregnancy. Lactation: Caution advised or effect undetermined. Contraindications: Active or serious infection. Severe hepatic impairment. Precautions: Evaluate for TB prior to initiating treatment.

Advice

Take with or without meals. Swallow whole tab. Do not crush, break or chew the tab. Report immediately if you experience signs of infection, such as fever, sweats, chills, muscle aches, cough or shortness of breath.

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Interactions with Deucravacitinib

Live vaccines (avoid). Other potent immuno-suppressants.

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