Does anyone know anything about Xeljanz?

[snowchic]

I saw a commercial for Xeljanz for RA. Knowing that a lot of meds that are used for both RA and Crohn's, I was wondering if Xeljanz could help Crohn's Disease?

 

[tzvia]

I have never heard of that drug being used for crohn's.

 

[nogutsnoglory]

It's in clinical trial but looks to work for crohns and likely to be approved. http://www.crohnsforum.com/wiki/Xeljanz

 

[Essieluv]

The only concern I have with Xeljanz being used for IBD treatment is the side effect of intestinal and stomach perforations. Since this is already a risk with IBD by itself, it seems a bit risky. Although, if it works then side effects are just a part of the game.

 

[snowchic]

Thanks everyone for your input. The information about the intestinal perforations has definitely got me rethinking even the idea of this medication. I don't know how I missed that one.