New hope for stubborn muscle weakness: tofacitinib shows promise

NCT ID NCT04431895

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study tested a drug called tofacitinib in 19 adults with myasthenia gravis that did not improve with standard treatments. Participants took a 5 mg tablet twice daily for 4 months, then stopped for 1 month. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce muscle weakness and improve daily activities. Since myasthenia gravis often requires ongoing medication, this approach aims to control the disease rather than cure it.

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Locations

  • Huashan Hospital

    Shanghai, 200040, China

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