# Tofacitinib: A Promising Therapeutic Option for Refractory Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris—A Case Report

**Authors:** Mahsa Taremi, Nikoo Mozafari

PMC · DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.71232 · Clinical Case Reports · 2025-10-14

## TL;DR

Tofacitinib, a JAK inhibitor, successfully treated a patient with refractory Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris, a rare and severe skin disorder.

## Contribution

This case report demonstrates the effectiveness of tofacitinib in treating refractory PRP, offering a new therapeutic option.

## Key findings

- Tofacitinib successfully treated a patient with refractory PRP.
- JAK inhibitors may be a promising treatment for severe PRP cases.

## Abstract

Pityriasis rubra pilaris (PRP) is a rare inflammatory skin disorder that can severely impact the quality of life in patients, particularly when presenting in chronic or refractory form. Emerging evidence suggests that JAK inhibitors may offer a potential treatment option. Here, we present a case of refractory PRP successfully treated with tofacitinib.

## Linked entities

- **Chemicals:** Tofacitinib (PubChem CID 9926791)
- **Diseases:** Pityriasis Rubra Pilaris (MONDO:0008251)

## Full-text entities

- **Diseases:** PRP (MESH:D010916), inflammatory skin disorder (MESH:D012868)
- **Chemicals:** Tofacitinib (MESH:C479163)
- **Species:** Homo sapiens (human, species) [taxon 9606]

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