Evaluating the pharmacokinetics of upadacitinib for the treatment of moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease.

The approval of newer targeted small molecules drug, including JAK inhibitors, marked a significant advancement in terms of effectiveness. In fact, the oral administration, the rapid absorption, the excellent bioavailability and the short serum time of maximum concentration are some of the advantages compared to biologics. The selective inhibition of JAK1 by upadacitinib allows for high efficacy while maintaining a reliable safety profile.