Litfulo
Ritlecitinib
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Product info
Liftulo is one of the first MHRA-approved JAK inhibitors for severe alopecia. Unlike other treatments for alopecia areata, JAK inhibitors focus on stopping your immune system from attacking your hair follicles, making it an effective treatment.
- If you’re looking for effective hair regrowth options, order Litfulo with us online. Our clinicians will make sure it’s safe for you to use and check in with you regularly to see how you’re getting on.
- 50mg
- 30 Capsules £10.00
- Prices include:Express shipping
24 hour shipping by secure courier.
- Consultation + Access to our clinicians
Ask our experts anything you like, any time you want.
- Total
£10.00Save £0.00 each order
What is Litfulo?
Litfulo is the first FDA-approved treatment for severe alopecia areata in both adults and adolescents. It’s an oral capsule taken once a day that can help generate significant hair regrowth within just six months.[1]
Alopecia areata is a chronic autoimmune condition where your immune cells attack your hair follicles. This eventually causes your hair follicles to die, resulting in hair loss.[2] Because alopecia areata is a complicated disease with a number of factors that contribute to hair loss, scientists have so-far been unable to find a cure. However, there are treatments that can protect your hair follicles from further damage. One treatment that’s shown promising results in restoring hair loss is Ritlecitinib, the active ingredient in Litfulo.
How does Litfulo work?
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune condition where your immune cells mistakenly attack your hair cells, leading to hair loss. There are many reasons why this happens, and one key factor is the JAK/STAT signalling pathway in your immune system.
The JAK/STAT pathway sends signals to your immune system to activate it. In many autoimmune conditions, like alopecia areata, these pathways are uncontrolled and unregulated, resulting in unintended signals being sent to immune cells. This can prompt your immune system to attack your hair cells, causing them to fall out.[3]
Ritlecitinib, the active ingredient is Litfulo, can stop these signals from being sent. It works by binding to the proteins in the JAK/STAT pathway, which blocks them from sending any unintended signals.[3] This prevents your immune cells from attacking your hair follicles — reducing hair loss.
What doses of Litfulo are there?
There’s only a 50mg dose of Litfulo available. A daily dose of 50mg is taken until you’re happy with your results or your clinician thinks it’s best to stop. But to make sure you’re safe throughout your treatment, you’ll be monitored with regular blood checkups.
Treated trusted sources:
- LITFULO (ritlecitinib). 2023. FAQ: What were the results of the LITFULO clinical study?
- Pratt, C. H., Messenger, A. G., Christiano, A. M., & Sundberg, J. P. (2017). Alopecia areata. Nature Reviews. Disease Primers, 3, 17011.
- Ramírez-Marín, H. A., & Tosti, A. (2022). Evaluating the Therapeutic Potential of Ritlecitinib for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata. Drug Design, Development and Therapy, 16, 363-374.
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How to take Litfulo
Swallow one capsule of Litfulo whole with water, with or without food. Don’t crush or chew it, as this can affect how well it works.
Once you’ve started treatment with Litfulo, don’t stop before chatting with your clinician about it. This is so your clinician can decide what steps to take to prevent you from losing your hair again. Although the risk of losing your hair is low, not taking Litfulo for more than six weeks can increase this risk.
What should I do if I make a mistake when taking Litfulo?
If you accidentally miss a dose, and there are more than eight hours until your next dose, take it as soon as you remember. But, if there are less than eight hours till your next dose, skip the missed dose and carry on with your normal dosing schedule.
If you take more than the recommended dose, contact your doctor for medical advice. You might experience some of the side effects listed in the patient information leaflet.
How long does Litfulo take to work?
People saw significant hair growth in less than six months of taking Litfulo, with 23% of those finding 80% of their scalp hair growing.[1] However, it’s important to remember that everyone is different. So the results someone else gets might be different from your results.
Treated trusted sources:
- LITFULO (ritlecitinib). 2023. FAQ: What were the results of the LITFULO clinical study?
How we source info.
When we present you with stats, data, opinion or a consensus, we’ll tell you where this came from. And we’ll only present data as clinically reliable if it’s come from a reputable source, such as a state or government-funded health body, a peer-reviewed medical journal, or a recognised analytics or data body. Read more in our editorial policy.
FAQ: Litfulo
Have something specific you want to know? Search our info below, or ask our experts a question if you can’t find what you’re looking for.
How effective is Litfulo for alopecia areata?
What are the side effects of Litfulo?
- Diarrhoea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Acne
- Rash
- Inflammation of the hair follicles
How does Litfulo compare with other treatments for alopecia?
- Steroids
- Janus kinases (JAK) inhibitors
How does Litfulo compare with Olumiant?
- The active ingredient. Ritlecitinib is the active ingredient in Litfulo, whereas baricitinib is the active ingredient in Oluminat, so the exact way they work won’t be the same. And if one doesn't work for you, you can always try the other.
- The brand/manufacturer. Both products are produced by separate companies.
- The dose. Litfulo is only available in a 50mg dose, whereas Olumiant is available in three doses: 4mg, 2mg and 1mg. Unlike Litfulo where you start and remain on one dose, with Olumiant you start on a lower dose of 2mg, which is increased to 4 mg around the three-month mark.
- Litfulo is approved in adults and children ages 12 and over with severe alopecia areata, while Oluminat is only approved in adults.
Can I take Litfulo while breastfeeding or pregnant?
Is Litfulo only available with a prescription?
Why should I buy Litfulo with Treated?
Treated trusted sources:
- LITFULO (ritlecitinib). 2023. FAQ: What were the results of the LITFULO clinical study?
- Alsantali, A. (2011). Alopecia areata: A new treatment plan. Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 4, 107-115.
- Malhotra, K., & Madke, B. (2023). An Updated Review on Current Treatment of Alopecia Areata and Newer Therapeutic Options. International Journal of Trichology, 15(1), 3-12
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