New oral medication for eczema

There are several new oral medications that have been approved or are in development for the treatment of eczema (atopic dermatitis). Here are a few examples:

  1. Ruxolitinib (Jakafi): This medication was approved by the FDA in 2020 for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults who have tried other treatments without success. It works by blocking the activity of certain proteins that contribute to inflammation.
  2. Abrocitinib (Crisaborole): This medication was approved by the FDA in 2020 for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults and children 12 years and older. It works by blocking the activity of a protein called JAK1, which is involved in inflammation.
  3. Upadacitinib (Rinvoq): This medication was approved by the FDA in 2020 for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults who have tried other treatments without success. It works by blocking the activity of certain proteins that contribute to inflammation.
  4. Baricitinib (Olumiant): This medication was approved by the FDA in 2020 for the treatment of moderate to severe atopic dermatitis in adults who have tried other treatments without success. It works by blocking the activity of certain proteins that contribute to inflammation.
  5. Itacitinib (INCB018424): This medication is an oral JAK1 inhibitor that is being developed for the treatment of atopic dermatitis. It has shown promising results in clinical trials and is expected to be approved in the near future.
  6. Deucravacitinib (Sotyktu): This medication is an oral JAK1/2 inhibitor that is being developed for the treatment of atopic dermatitis. It has shown promising results in clinical trials and is expected to be approved in the near future.

These medications are all oral tablets that are taken once or twice a day, depending on the specific medication and dosage. They are typically used in combination with topical corticosteroids and other treatments to manage symptoms of eczema.

It's important to note that these medications are not a cure for eczema, and they may have side effects. It's important to talk to your doctor or healthcare provider about the potential benefits and risks of these medications, as well as other treatment options that may be available to you.