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high dose ruxolitinib

Beijing Friendship Hospital · Phase 3 active Small molecule

high dose ruxolitinib is a JAK inhibitor Small molecule drug developed by Beijing Friendship Hospital. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Myelofibrosis, Polycythemia vera.

Ruxolitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor that blocks the activity of JAK1 and JAK2 enzymes, which play a key role in the signaling of various cytokines involved in inflammation and immune responses.

Ruxolitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor that blocks the activity of JAK1 and JAK2 enzymes, which play a key role in the signaling of various cytokines involved in inflammation and immune responses. Used for Myelofibrosis, Polycythemia vera.

At a glance

Generic namehigh dose ruxolitinib
SponsorBeijing Friendship Hospital
Drug classJAK inhibitor
TargetJAK1 and JAK2
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaOncology, Immunology
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

By inhibiting JAK1 and JAK2, ruxolitinib reduces the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines, thereby decreasing inflammation and modulating the immune response. This mechanism is particularly beneficial in treating conditions characterized by excessive or uncontrolled immune activity.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about high dose ruxolitinib

What is high dose ruxolitinib?

high dose ruxolitinib is a JAK inhibitor drug developed by Beijing Friendship Hospital, indicated for Myelofibrosis, Polycythemia vera.

How does high dose ruxolitinib work?

Ruxolitinib is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor that blocks the activity of JAK1 and JAK2 enzymes, which play a key role in the signaling of various cytokines involved in inflammation and immune responses.

What is high dose ruxolitinib used for?

high dose ruxolitinib is indicated for Myelofibrosis, Polycythemia vera.

Who makes high dose ruxolitinib?

high dose ruxolitinib is developed by Beijing Friendship Hospital (see full Beijing Friendship Hospital pipeline at /company/beijing-friendship-hospital).

What drug class is high dose ruxolitinib in?

high dose ruxolitinib belongs to the JAK inhibitor class. See all JAK inhibitor drugs at /class/jak-inhibitor.

What development phase is high dose ruxolitinib in?

high dose ruxolitinib is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of high dose ruxolitinib?

Common side effects of high dose ruxolitinib include Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Neutropenia.

What does high dose ruxolitinib target?

high dose ruxolitinib targets JAK1 and JAK2 and is a JAK inhibitor.

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