Xeljanz®
INN: tofacitinib
Approved for use in:
Ulcerative Colitis (moderate-severe)
Type/Class
Oral Small Molecule (JAK inhibitor)
Delivery Route
Oral (tablet)
Health Canada Approval
2014
Storage
Store between 15 and 30°C.
Use in Older Adults (65+)
May be used, please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Indication
Can cause fetal and maternal harm; women of reproductive potential should be advised to use contraception during treatment and for 4-6 weeks afterwards.
Breastfeeding Indication
Not recommended.
Pediatric Indication
Not used for pediatric IBD.
Learn More
View the Xeljanz® product monograph.