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How to use ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura)

Ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) can be used for mild to moderate atopic dermatitis and vitiligo. It is a topical preparation, mainly applied on the skin. Before using ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura), wash your hands and apply a thin layer to the affected skin area as directed by your doctor, gently rubbing the medication into the skin. Wash your hands after using the cream. Be careful not to use this medication on open wounds or infected areas. Ruxolitinib cream is for skin use only. Avoid getting this medication into your eyes or the inside of your nose or mouth.

How many times a day should you use Ruxolitinib Cream (Opzelura)?

Ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) needs to be used twice a day. Ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) contains 15 mg of ruxolitinib per gram (1.5%) white to off-white cream. Apply a thin layer of the drug to the affected area not exceeding 20% ​​of the body surface area twice a day. If your condition does not improve after 8 weeks of use, or if it worsens, please inform your doctor in time. Do not use for more than 8 weeks in a row and do not use more than 60 grams per week unless directed by your doctor.

Ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) was approved by the FDA for topical short-term and non-sustained chronic treatment of mild to moderate atopic dermatitis in September 2021, and was approved for use in adults and adolescent patients 12 years and older with non-segmental vitiligo in July 2022. The study showed that at 24 weeks, 29.9% of patients improved their Facial Vitiligo Area Score Index (F-VASI75) by ≥75% from baseline after using ruxolitinib cream. The patient did not experience depigmentation during topical use of 1.5% ruxolitinib cream. For patients with non-segmental vitiligo, ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) is approved for topical use twice daily to a maximum of 10% of the body surface area, and satisfactory response may require more than 24 weeks of treatment. The above is how to use ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) and how many times a day to use it. I hope it can help you!

Note: The above information comes from the Internet and is compiled and edited by Medical Companion Travel (please correct me if there are any errors or omissions). It is only to provide information on the latest drugs on the market in the world and help Chinese patients understand the latest international new drug trends. It is only for internal discussion among medical staff and does not serve as any basis for medication. For specific medication guidelines, please consult the attending physician.

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