Casey Butrus, PharmD, and Michael Cameron, MD, FAAD, discuss the effectiveness of various therapies for atopic dermatitis (AD). Topical ruxolitinib and oral JAK inhibitors, they note, provide rapid itch relief within days, while systemic therapies like dupilumab also offer fast relief. In contrast, older treatments, such as topical steroids, may have a slower onset of action since they don’t directly target specific itch pathways like newer medications.

Reference: Typical Onset of Action to Relieve Itch Associated with Atopic Dermatitis. American Journal of Managed Care. Updated May 8, 2023. Accessed December 28, 2023. https://www.ajmc.com/view/typical-onset-of-action-to-relieve-itch-associated-with-atopic-dermatitis