Xeljanz XR is used to treat moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis or active psoriatic arthritis in adults who have tried methotrexate or other medications without successful treatment of symptoms. This medicine is sometimes given in combination with methotrexate or other arthritis medicines.
Xeljanz XR is also used to treat moderate to severe ulcerative colitis in adults who cannot use certain other medications, or after other treatments have failed.
Xeljanz XR is also used to treat polyarticular juvenile arthritis in adults and in children at least 2 years old.
Xeljanz XR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
