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Jakafi(Ruxolitinib)

Also Known as Jakavi

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Description

Jakafi is a medication prescribed for the treatment of certain blood disorders. It belongs to a class of drugs called Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, which block specific enzymes involved in the growth and survival of abnormal blood cells.

Jakafi is primarily used to treat myelofibrosis (a rare type of bone marrow disorder), and polycythemia vera, a condition characterized by an overproduction of red blood cells. It helps to reduce symptoms such as enlarged spleen, fatigue, and itching and may also improve the overall quality of life for individuals affected by these conditions.


Fact Table

Formula

C17H18N6

License

EU EMA

Bioavailability

95%

Legal status

Rx-Only

Chemical Name

Ruxolitinib

Elimination half-life

2.8-3 hours

Dosage (Strength)

5mg, 15mg, 20mg

Pregnancy

Consult Doctor

Brands

Jakafi

Protein binding

97%

PubChem CID

25126798

MedlinePlus

a612006

ChEBI

66919

ATC code

L01EJ01

DrugBank

DB08877

KEGG

D09959

Routes of administration

By mouth

Directions

Your healthcare team will determine the correct dose of Jakafi. Take it exactly as prescribed, and do not change the dosage without speaking with your physician.

Jakafi can be taken with or without food.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Jakafi is Ruxolitinib.

Interactions

Common drug-drug interactions may include:

  • 5-Aminosalicylic Acid Derivatives
  • Abrocitinib
  • Antithymocyte Globulin (Equine)
  • Azithromycin
  • Baricitinib
  • BCG Products
  • Brincidofovir
  • Brivudine
  • Chloramphenicol (Ophthalmic)
  • Cladribine
  • Clofazimine
  • CloZAPine
  • Coccidioides immitis Skin Test
  • COVID-19 Vaccine
  • Deferiprone
  • Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine (Live)
  • Denosumab
  • Deucravacitinib
  • Dipyrone
  • Fexinidazole
  • Filgotinib
  • Fluconazole
  • Fusidic Acid
  • Inebilizumab
  • Influenza Virus Vaccines
  • Leflunomide
  • Mumps- Rubella- or Varicella-Containing Live Vaccines
  • Nadofaragene Firadenovec
  • Natalizumab
  • Ocrelizumab
  • Ofatumumab
  • Olaparib
  • Pidotimod
  • Pimecrolimus
  • Pneumococcal Vaccines
  • Poliovirus Vaccine
  • Polymethylmethacrylate
  • Promazine
  • Rabies Vaccine
  • Ropeginterferon Alfa-2b
  • Sipuleucel-T
  • Sphingosine 1-Phosphate (S1P) Receptor Modulator
  • Tacrolimus (Topical)
  • Talimogene Laherparepvec
  • Tertomotide
  • Tofacitinib
  • Typhoid Vaccine
  • Ublituximab
  • Upadacitinib\

Cautions

Your doctor should perform routine skin examinations while you take Jakafi.

Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart problems.

Ask your doctor and pharmacist about the full list of precautions.

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

  • Anemia
  • Basal cell carcinoma of the skin
  • Bruise
  • Constipation
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Dyspnea
  • Dizziness
  • Edema
  • Exacerbation of hepatitis B
  • Fatigue
  • Fever
  • Flatulence
  • Headache
  • Hemorrhage
  • Herpes simplex infection
  • Herpes zoster infection
  • Hypercholesteremia
  • Hypertriglyceridemia
  • Increased LDL cholesterol
  • Increased serum alanine aminotransferase
  • Increased serum aspartate aminotransferase
  • Infection
  • Insomnia
  • Merkel cell carcinoma
  • Muscle spasm
  • Musculoskeletal pain
  • Nausea
  • Neutropenia
  • Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy
  • Serious infection
  • Squamous cell carcinoma of the skin
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Tuberculosis
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Viral infection
  • Weight gain

References

Jakafi [package insert]. Wilmington, DE: Incyte Corporation; 2021.



IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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