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CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib

CAGE Bio Inc. · Phase 2 active Small molecule

CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib is a JAK inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by CAGE Bio Inc.. It is currently in Phase 2 development for Rheumatoid arthritis.

Tofacitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor that suppresses the activity of JAK enzymes, which play a key role in the signaling of cytokines involved in inflammation.

Tofacitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor that suppresses the activity of JAK enzymes, which play a key role in the signaling of cytokines involved in inflammation. Used for Rheumatoid arthritis.

At a glance

Generic nameCGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib
SponsorCAGE Bio Inc.
Drug classJAK inhibitor
TargetJAK
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaImmunology
PhasePhase 2

Mechanism of action

By inhibiting JAK enzymes, tofacitinib reduces the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, thereby decreasing inflammation and modulating the immune response. This mechanism of action is thought to contribute to its therapeutic effects in treating various inflammatory conditions.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib

What is CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib?

CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib is a JAK inhibitor drug developed by CAGE Bio Inc., indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis.

How does CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib work?

Tofacitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor that suppresses the activity of JAK enzymes, which play a key role in the signaling of cytokines involved in inflammation.

What is CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib used for?

CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib is indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis.

Who makes CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib?

CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib is developed by CAGE Bio Inc. (see full CAGE Bio Inc. pipeline at /company/cage-bio-inc).

What drug class is CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib in?

CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib belongs to the JAK inhibitor class. See all JAK inhibitor drugs at /class/jak-inhibitor.

What development phase is CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib in?

CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib is in Phase 2.

What are the side effects of CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib?

Common side effects of CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib include Nausea, Headache, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Musculoskeletal pain.

What does CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib target?

CGB-500 Ointment with 1% tofacitinib targets JAK and is a JAK inhibitor.

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