NDAORALTABLET
Approved
Mar 2014
Lifecycle
Peak
Competitive Pressure
0/100
Clinical Trials
20
Data completeness
6/8 — Strong
OTEZLA (apremilast) by Amgen is phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitors [moa]. Approved for phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitor [epc]. First approved in 2014.
Drug data last refreshed 18m ago · AI intelligence enriched 6d ago
AI summarySynthesized from FDA + DailyMed + ClinicalTrials.gov data
OTEZLA (apremilast) is an oral phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) inhibitor approved in 2014 for inflammatory and autoimmune conditions including psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and Behçet's disease. It works by inhibiting PDE4 enzyme activity, reducing pro-inflammatory cytokine production and immune cell activation. The drug represents a non-biologic oral option in the immunology space.
Peak8.4 years to LOE
OTEZLA remains in peak revenue phase with strong patent protection extending to 2034, supporting sustained commercial investment and mid-to-large team structures across brand, field, and medical affairs.
Mechanism of Action
Phosphodiesterase 4 Inhibitors
Pharmacologic Class:
Phosphodiesterase 4 Inhibitor
Indications
Indication data is being enriched from DailyMed and FDA labeling. Check back soon for approved therapeutic uses.
Clinical Trials (20)
Comparison of Otezla to SFA-002 to Placebo in Plaque Psoriasis Patients
Started Jun 2025
125 enrolled
Psoriasis (PsO)
Adherence to Otezla
Started Jun 2025
0Psoriasis
A Study to Investigate Efficacy and Safety of Apremilast 30 mg Twice Daily (BID) in Chinese Participants With Moderate to Severe Plaque-type Psoriasis (PsO)
Started Nov 2023
203 enrolled
Plaque Psoriasis
A Study of Apremilast in Pediatric Participants in Children With Mild to Moderate Plaque Psoriasis
Started Oct 2023
51 enrolled
Plaque Psoriasis
A Study of Apremilast in Children With Oral Ulcers Associated With Behçet's Disease or Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
Started Mar 2023
48 enrolled
Behçet's DiseaseJuvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
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Data Sources
- Drug label: DailyMed / FDA
- Clinical trials: ClinicalTrials.gov
- Patent data: FDA Orange Book
- Spending data: CMS Medicare
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