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Saint Louis, MO
July 9
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A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

I stopped taking Otezla because of the terrible diarrhea. I was on it for a few years and it stopped working anyways

July 12
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

My old Rheumatory who just left clinic wanted to put me on this medication I was taking Humira but it did nothing to help inflammation or psoriasis so now I am in libo I have try several other medications gave me sores and canker sores and caused dermatitis to flare in arms

July 12
A MyPsoriasisTeam Member

I briefly tried it before it tore up my gut but when I did I had a like a metallic taste in the mouth. It was not good. Because it stopped after I stopped taking it soon so I know that was connected. My appetite extremely decreased also because it just upset my gut too much so I didn't feel like eating then. I can see how people lose weight using that then.

July 9 (edited)
MyPsoriasisTeam

That's a really valid question, and it's worth exploring what's known about Otezla's side effects.

The officially reported side effects from clinical trials for Otezla include:

- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Cold-like symptoms

Taste and smell changes aren't among the commonly documented side effects of Otezla Show Full Answer

That's a really valid question, and it's worth exploring what's known about Otezla's side effects.

The officially reported side effects from clinical trials for Otezla include:

- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Cold-like symptoms

Taste and smell changes aren't among the commonly documented side effects of Otezla specifically. However, taste changes can sometimes be associated with oral psoriasis symptoms, such as psoriasis affecting the mouth or tongue. These can include bitter or metallic tastes, or even a loss of taste.

If taste or smell changes are being experienced while taking Otezla, it's really important to bring this up with a dermatologist or prescribing doctor. It could be related to the medication, or it could be something else worth investigating. Either way, a healthcare provider can help figure out what's going on and adjust treatment if needed.

July 9

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