TLDR JAK inhibitors have therapeutic potential but pose significant risks, requiring careful monitoring.
The document reviewed studies on Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, highlighting their significant therapeutic effects on conditions like cancer, autoimmune diseases, and inflammatory disorders. Notably, JAK-STAT signaling inhibition was shown to promote hair growth, as demonstrated in a 2015 study by Harel et al. JAK inhibitors such as tofacitinib and ruxolitinib were effective in treating ulcerative colitis, psoriasis, and myelofibrosis, reducing inflammation, improving skin barrier function, and controlling HIV-1 viral replication. Despite their promise in various therapeutic areas, the document did not specify the number of participants in these studies.
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December 2018 in “Dermatology” Both ruxolitinib and tofacitinib are effective and safe for treating severe alopecia areata, but relapses are common.
January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal” No single ideal JAK inhibitor for alopecia areata has been determined; JAK3 inhibitors may be promising with fewer side effects.
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December 2023 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” JAK inhibitors show promise for treating various skin diseases.
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October 2019 in “Dermatology and therapy” Drugs targeting the JAK/STAT pathway can improve atopic dermatitis but vary in effectiveness for vitiligo and alopecia areata, with generally mild safety concerns.
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January 2023 in “Przegląd Dermatologiczny” The Polish Society of Dermatology recommends treatments for alopecia areata that vary by severity, including topical and systemic medications, with long-term maintenance important for management.