Tofacitinib (Xeljanz) is a prescription medication used for the treatment of various autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and ulcerative colitis. As an immunosuppressant, the patient's condition must be strictly evaluated before use, and it should be administered under the guidance of a doctor.
How to Purchase Tofacitinib (Xeljanz)
Overseas Purchase
Patients may choose to consult and purchase the medication at hospital pharmacies or authorized drugstores in countries or regions where Tofacitinib has been launched.
Since drug prices may be affected by factors such as regional differences and exchange rate fluctuations, patients need to make a budget and plan in advance before purchasing.
Purchase through Medical Service Institutions
Patients can consult domestic overseas medical service institutions that cooperate with international pharmacies or pharmaceutical companies.
These institutions can usually provide legal import channels and offer professional consultation and guidance.
Precautions for Purchasing Tofacitinib (Xeljanz)
A Doctor's Prescription is Mandatory
Tofacitinib is a strictly controlled prescription drug and cannot be purchased or used without authorization.
Patients must be evaluated by a rheumatology-immunology or gastroenterology doctor to confirm the suitability of the drug, and purchase it with a valid prescription.
Confirm the Drug Dosage Form and Specification
Regular tablets (5mg, 10mg).
Extended-release tablets (11mg, 22mg).
Oral solution (1mg/mL).
Different dosage forms and doses are used for different diseases and patient groups. Before purchasing, please check the drug name, dosage form, and specification on the doctor's prescription.
Understand Medication Contraindications and Risks
Tofacitinib may cause adverse reactions such as severe infections, cardiovascular events, thrombosis, and malignant tumors.
Before purchasing, ensure that the doctor has conducted a comprehensive evaluation of you, including tuberculosis screening, liver function tests, and blood routine tests.
How to Identify the Authenticity of Tofacitinib (Xeljanz)
Check the Drug Packaging
The packaging of genuine drugs should have clear printing, bright colors, and complete label information.
Drug name (XELJANZ/XELJANZ XR).
Manufacturer.
Batch number and expiration date.
Specification and dosage form.
Verify the Drug Appearance
5mg tablets: White, round, imprinted with "Pfizer" and "JKI5".
10mg tablets: Blue, round, imprinted with "Pfizer" and "JKI10".
11mg extended-release tablets: Pink, oval, imprinted with "JKI11".
22mg extended-release tablets: Beige, oval, imprinted with "JKI22".
If the color, shape, or imprint of the tablets is blurry or inconsistent with the above descriptions, the drug should be highly suspected of being counterfeit.
Scan the Drug Traceability Code
The packaging of drugs in some countries or regions is attached with an anti-counterfeiting code or traceability code. The source and authenticity of the drug can be checked through official apps or websites.
Be Alert to Abnormal Prices
If the price of the drug from a certain channel is much lower than the general market price, vigilance should be raised. Drug prices are strictly regulated, and excessively low prices are often a sign of counterfeit drugs.
