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Rinvoq is MHLW approved in Japan to treat non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis

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Published:28th Feb 2023

Rinvoq, a JAK inhibitor, from AbbVie expanded its label in Japan to include non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) inadequately controlled with existing therapies

Aside from the new indication, it is already approved for rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, atopic dermatitis, ankylosing spondylitis, and ulcerative colitis (all in cases inadequately controlled with existing therapies).

Condition: Axial Spondyloarthritis
Type: drug

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