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Revision as of 15:02, 14 October 2017

General information

Class/mechanism: Kinase inhibitor of Janus Associated Kinases (JAKs) JAK1 and JAK2. Modulates gene expression by interfering with the JAK signaling pathway, which involves recruitment, activation, and localization of STATs (signal transducers and activators of transcription) to cytokine receptors and the nucleus.[1][2]
Route: PO
Extravasation: n/a

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Diseases for which it is used

Patient drug information

History of changes in FDA indication

Also known as

  • Code name: INCB018424
  • Generic name: ruxolitinib phosphate
  • Brand names: Jakafi, Jakavi

References