Chinese Journal of Dermatology ›› 2025, Vol. 58 ›› Issue (5): 416-424.doi: 10.35541/cjd.20240155

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Expert proposal on apremilast for the treatment of psoriasis (2025 edition)

Committee on Psoriasis, Chinese Society of Dermatology   

  1. Committee on Psoriasis, Chinese Society of Dermatology
  • Received:2024-03-25 Revised:2024-09-02 Online:2025-05-15 Published:2025-04-30
  • Contact: Xuejun Zhang E-mail:ayzxj@vip.sina.com

Abstract: 【Abstract】 Apremilast is the first oral targeted small-molecule drug approved for the treatment of psoriasis in China. Due to mechanisms underlying the specific regulatory effect of apremilast on the balance of inflammation via targeting phosphodiesterase 4, it has been widely used for the treatment of various types of psoriasis. Many studies have confirmed that apremilast is effective in the treatment of mild to severe plaque psoriasis, psoriasis in special areas, psoriatic arthritis, palmoplantar pustulosis, and pediatric psoriasis, with good safety and tolerability profiles. Based on the pharmacological mechanisms of apremilast and clinical data on the treatment of psoriasis, the Committee on Psoriasis, Chinese Society of Dermatology convened relevant experts to develop this proposal to ensure the standardized, reasonable, safe and effective use of apremilast in the treatment of psoriasis.

Key words: Psoriasis, Apremilast, Phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitors, Oral administration, Expert proposal