Xeljanz XR Questions

What are the new drugs for rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?

What are JAK inhibitors and how do they work?

Which JAK inhibitors are approved in the U.S?

Is Xeljanz an immunosuppressant?

I just started Xeljanz XR. What time of day do you take it?

I started taking it late afternoon and worked to evening, but the side effect of insomnia and inability to get comfortable are extreme. Would it help to take it in the morning? I don’t want to go through the several day process of moving to the morning if others have tried it and seen no change. S... read more

Has anyone taken a Covid-19 vaccine while taking Xeljanz XR?

Just started taking Xeljanz XR. Doctor wants me to get Covid -19 vaccine. I do not know which one to take (Pfizer, moderna, or J&J) or what to expect as far as side effects as a RA patient on Xeljanz XR.

How long does it take for the effects of Xeljanz XR to relieve RA pain?

I've been on this medication for a month now and my RA pain is worse since my doctor decided to take me off Plaquenil. My flares have increased, the joint pain and swelling are constant and I have very little desire to do anything. I've made adjustments to my work schedule and that is helping, but... read more