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With the approval of oral JAK inhibitors such as Upadacitinib for atopic dermatitis, how are you considering its safety profile in comparison to traditional immunosuppressants such as prednisone, methotrexate, azathioprine, and mycophenolate?

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Dermatology · Princeton Dermatology Associates

In every treatment situation, we need to help the patient understand the potential benefits and potential risks of a medication. In my opinion, Upadacitinib is in a completely different category than traditional immunosuppressants such as prednisone, methotrexate, azathioprine, and mycophenolate, si...

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Dermatology · NYU Langone Health

I agree with Dr. @Dr. First Last and would add the following: JAKi are actually generally safe if you look at the clinical trial data, especially compared to some of these less targeted immunosuppressants. However, when comparing to medications like dupilumab and talokinumab, the risk-benefit ratio ...

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