Olumiant
Rheumatoid Arthritis, moderate, active Rheumatoid arthritis, Dermatitis, Atopic + 7 more
Treatment
4 FDA approvals
20 Active Studies for Olumiant
Treatment for
Rheumatoid Arthritis
What is Olumiant
Baricitinib
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Baricitinib is a medication used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis. It works by blocking the action of two proteins, Janus kinase 1 and 2, which are part of an overactive inflammatory pathway. By blocking these proteins, baricitinib reduces inflammation and can help prevent joint damage caused by the condition. It was approved in the EU in 2017 and is marketed as Olumiant. In November 2020, Baricitinib in combination with remdesivir was given emergency approval by the FDA to treat COVID-19.
Olumiant
is the brand name
Olumiant Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Olumiant
Baricitinib
2018
3
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Baricitinib, also known as Olumiant, is approved by the FDA for 4 uses including severe, active Rheumatoid arthritis and Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors .
severe, active Rheumatoid arthritis
Helps manage severe, active Rheumatoid arthritis
Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors
Helps manage Inadequate response or intolerance to TNF blockers
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Helps manage severe, active Rheumatoid arthritis
moderate, active Rheumatoid arthritis
Helps manage moderate, active Rheumatoid arthritis
Effectiveness
How Olumiant Affects Patients
Baricitinib is a medicine used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. In animal studies, it was seen to reduce inflammation, protect joint and bone health, and not have any negative effects on the immune system or blood. Additionally, it has been found to lower the levels of antibodies and a protein (C-reactive protein) in people with rheumatoid arthritis.
How Olumiant works in the body
Janus kinases (JAKs) are enzymes that activate signals from cytokines and growth factor receptors in the body. They trigger genes that cause inflammation and an autoimmune response. Baricitinib is a medication that works to block JAKs from activating these signals. It stops the inflammatory genes from turning on, and it has also been shown to decrease cell proliferation and trigger cell death in mutated cells.
When to interrupt dosage
The proposed measure of Olumiant is contingent upon the determined condition, such as moderate, active Rheumatoid arthritis, Antirheumatic Agents and Mechanical ventilation. Dosage likewise shifts as per the methodology of application featured in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Rheumatoid Arthritis
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Alopecia Areata
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Dermatitis, Atopic
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
candidate for systemic therapy
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
moderate, active Rheumatoid arthritis
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Oxyhemoglobin
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Dermatitis, Atopic
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Hospitalizations
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
COVID-19
2.0 mg, , 1.0 mg, 4.0 mg
, Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral
Warnings
Olumiant Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Baricitinib may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Olumiant.
Common Olumiant Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Baricitinib is combined with 9-(N-methyl-L-isoleucine)-cyclosporin A.
Acteoside
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Baricitinib is combined with Acteoside.
Bacillus calmette-guerin substrain russian BCG-I live antigen
Major
The therapeutic efficacy of Bacillus calmette-guerin substrain russian BCG-I live antigen can be decreased when used in combination with Baricitinib.
Begelomab
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Baricitinib is combined with Begelomab.
Bleselumab
Major
The risk or severity of adverse effects can be increased when Baricitinib is combined with Bleselumab.
Olumiant Toxicity & Overdose Risk
Tests have shown that the lowest toxic dose of the drug in mice is 1820g/kg and 5096g/kg in rats. Studies have also found that taking doses up to 40mg in a single dose or 20mg daily for 10 days did not cause any significant side effects. After a single dose of 40mg, 90% of the drug is expected to be eliminated from the body within 24 hours. If someone overdoses on the drug, they should be monitored for any signs of adverse reactions, and treated accordingly.
Olumiant Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Olumiant?
74 active trials are now in progress to explore the potential of Olumiant in managing Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID‑19), Rheumatoid Arthritis and Hospitalized Patients.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
candidate for systemic therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Dermatitis, Atopic
0 Actively Recruiting
COVID-19
17 Actively Recruiting
Phase 2, Phase 1, Phase 3, Not Applicable, Phase 4
moderate, active Rheumatoid arthritis
0 Actively Recruiting
Dermatitis, Atopic
0 Actively Recruiting
Alopecia Areata
1 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1
Oxyhemoglobin
3 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 1
Rheumatoid Arthritis
0 Actively Recruiting
Hospitalizations
1 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable
Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors
0 Actively Recruiting
Olumiant Reviews: What are patients saying about Olumiant?
4.3
Patient Review
2/21/2022
Olumiant for Rheumatoid Arthritis
3
Patient Review
7/9/2020
Olumiant for Rheumatoid Arthritis
2.7
Patient Review
8/22/2019
Olumiant for Rheumatoid Arthritis
2.3
Patient Review
7/31/2021
Olumiant for Rheumatoid Arthritis
2
Patient Review
12/27/2018
Olumiant for Rheumatoid Arthritis
2
Patient Review
11/9/2021
Olumiant for Rheumatoid Arthritis
1.7
Patient Review
10/24/2021
Olumiant for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Patient Q&A Section about olumiant
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Is Olumiant approved for alopecia?
"The FDA has approved Olumiant for the treatment of severe alopecia areata. Olumiant is a once-daily pill that is taken orally."
Answered by AI
What kind of drug is Olumiant?
"The drug Baricitinib, also known as Olumiant, is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis by blocking the action of Janus kinase enzymes which are involved in the inflammation that causes the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis."
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What is Olumiant medication for?
"Olumiant (baricitinib) is a medicine that needs a prescription from a doctor. It is used to treat adults with arthritis that is moderately to severely active. This is after treatment with 1 or more medicines called tumor necrosis factor (TNF) blockers have been used, but did not work well enough or were not tolerated."
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What is Olumiant 4 mg used for?
"There are recessed areas on each side of the tablets. Baricitinib is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe active rheumatoid arthritis in adult patients who have responded inadequately to, or who are intolerant to one or more disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs."
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