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ritlecitinib · Capsule

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Overview

Brand name
Litfulo
Generic name
ritlecitinib
Dosage form
Capsule
Route
Oral
Marketing category
NDA · NDA
Labeler
Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc
Product type
Human Prescription Drug
DEA schedule
Not scheduled
Active ingredients
1
NDC product codes
2
Packages
2
Data completeness
76% of corroborating sources present

Active ingredients

Source: NDC Directory
Active ingredients and strengths as listed in the NDC Directory.
Ingredient Strength RxCUI Monograph
Ritlecitinib Tosylate 50 mg/1 2641601 —

Forms, strengths and routes

Source: NDC Directory
Dosage form
Capsule
Route of administration
Oral
Presentations
4

Pharmacologic classes are listed in the class section below.

Pharmacologic class

Source: NDC Directory
Established pharmacologic classes (EPC), mechanisms of action (MoA), chemical structures (CS) and physiologic effects (PE).
Class Type Browse
Cytochrome P450 1A2 Inhibitors [MoA] MoA All 31 members
Cytochrome P450 3A Inhibitors [MoA] MoA All 89 members
Janus Kinase 3 Inhibitors [MoA] MoA 1 member — no class page
Kinase Inhibitor [EPC] EPC All 89 members
Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors [MoA] MoA 6 members — no class page

Regulatory status

Source: Drugs@FDANDC Directory
Application number
215830
Application type
NDA · New Drug Application
Approval date
June 23, 2023
Sponsor
PFIZER
Products on application
1
Submissions recorded
2
Products approved under application 215830.
Product Trade name Form Strength Ingredient Status TE Flags
215830-001 LITFULO CAPSULE RITLECITINIB TOSYLATE Prescription — RLD RS

Therapeutic equivalence

Source: Orange Book
TE code
—
Reference Listed Drug
Yes
Reference Standard
Yes

Codes beginning with “A” indicate products the FDA considers therapeutically equivalent. Codes beginning with “B” indicate bioequivalence has not been established. See methodology.

Patents and exclusivity

Source: Orange Book
Patent listings submitted under 21 U.S.C. 355(b)(1) and (c)(2).
Patent Expires Product Substance Use code Submitted
12077533 December 3, 2034 001 No U-3994 October 2, 2024
9617258 December 3, 2034 001 Yes July 21, 2023
12116368 October 17, 2041 001 Yes October 17, 2024
Regulatory exclusivity periods.
Code Expires Product
NCE June 23, 2028 001

Approval history

Source: Drugs@FDA
Most recent submissions on application 215830.
Type No. Action Status Date Review
Supplement 1 Labeling Approved June 30, 2026 Standard
Original application 1 Type 1 - New Molecular Entity Approved June 23, 2023 Standard

Review documents

  • 0 · Supplement · July 10, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · July 10, 2026
  • 0 · Supplement · July 2, 2026
  • 0 · Original application · July 21, 2023
  • 0 · Original application · June 27, 2023
  • 0 · Original application · June 26, 2023

Prescribing information

Source: openFDA Drug Labeling

Reproduced verbatim from the Structured Product Labeling submitted to the FDA (effective 20260617). This is the manufacturer's labelling text, not a summary and not advice.

HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG · 20260617

Boxed Warning

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WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MORTALITY, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE), and THROMBOSIS WARNING: SERIOUS INFECTIONS, MORTALITY, MALIGNANCY, MAJOR ADVERSE CARDIOVASCULAR EVENTS (MACE), and THROMBOSIS See full prescribing information for complete boxed warning. • Increased risk of serious bacterial, fungal, viral, and opportunistic infections that may lead to hospitalization or death, including tuberculosis (TB). Interrupt treatment if serious infection occurs until the infection is controlled. LITFULO should not be given to patients with active tuberculosis. Test for latent TB before and during therapy; start treating latent TB prior to use. Monitor all patients for active TB during treatment, even patients with initial negative, latent TB test. ( 5.1 ). Monitor all patients for signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with LITFULO. ( 5.1 ) • Higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death with another Janus kinase inhibitor (JAK) vs. TNF blockers in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. LITFULO is not approved for use in RA patients. ( 5.2 ) • Malignancies were reported in patients treated with LITFULO ( 5.3 ). Higher rate of lymphomas and lung cancers with another JAK inhibitor vs. TNF blockers in RA patients. • Higher rate of MACE (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke) with another JAK inhibitor vs. TNF blockers in RA patients. ( 5.4 ). • Thrombosis has occurred in patients treated with LITFULO. Increased incidence of pulmonary embolism, venous and arterial thrombosis with another JAK inhibitor vs. TNF blockers. ( 5.5 ) • Increased risk of serious bacterial, fungal, viral and opportunistic infections leading to hospitalization or death, including tuberculosis (TB). Interrupt treatment if serious infection occurs until the infection is controlled. LITFULO should not be given to patients with active tuberculosis. Test for latent TB before and during therapy; treat latent TB prior to use. Monitor all patients for active TB during treatment, even patients with initial negative, latent TB test. ( 5.1 ) • Higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death with another Janus kinase inhibitor (JAK) vs. TNF blockers in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. LITFULO is not approved for use in RA patients. ( 5.2 ) • Malignancies have occurred in patients treated with LITFULO [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] . Higher rate of lymphomas and lung cancers with another JAK inhibitor vs. TNF blockers in RA patients. ( 5.3 ) • Higher rate of MACE (defined as cardiovascular death, myocardial infarction, and stroke) with another JAK inhibitor vs. TNF blockers in RA patients. ( 5.4 ) • Thrombosis has occurred in patients treated with LITFULO. Increased incidence of pulmonary embolism, venous and arterial thrombosis with another JAK inhibitor vs. TNF blockers. ( 5.5 )

Recent Major Changes

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Warnings and Precautions ( 5.7 ) 6/2026

Indications and Usage

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1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LITFULO is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of severe alopecia areata in adults and adolescents 12 years and older. Limitations of Use : Not recommended for use in combination with other JAK inhibitors, biologic immunomodulators, cyclosporine or other potent immunosuppressants. LITFULO is a kinase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of severe alopecia areata in adults and adolescents 12 years and older. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use : Not recommended for use in combination with other JAK inhibitors, biologic immunomodulators, cyclosporine or other potent immunosuppressants ( 1 ).

Dosage and Administration

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2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION • For recommended testing, evaluations and immunizations prior to LITFULO initiation, see Full Prescribing Information. ( 2.1 ) • Recommended dosage is 50 mg orally once daily. ( 2.2 ) • For dosage interruption for certain adverse reactions, see Full Prescribing Information. ( 2.4 ) 2.1 Recommended Evaluations and Immunizations Prior to Treatment Initiation Perform the following evaluations prior to LITFULO initiation: • Tuberculosis (TB) infection evaluation: LITFULO initiation is not recommended in patients with active TB. For patients with latent TB or those with a negative latent TB test who are at high risk for TB, start preventive therapy for latent TB prior to initiation of LITFULO [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . • Viral hepatitis screening in accordance with clinical guidelines: LITFULO initiation is not recommended in patients with hepatitis B or hepatitis C [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] . • Treatment with LITFULO should not be initiated in patients with an absolute lymphocyte count (ALC) <500/mm 3 or a platelet count <100,000/mm 3 [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] . • Update immunizations according to current immunization guidelines [see Warnings and Precautions (5.9) ] . 2.2 Recommended Dosage The recommended dosage of LITFULO is 50 mg orally once daily with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . Swallow capsules whole. Do not crush, split, or chew LITFULO capsules. If a dose is missed, administer the dose as soon as possible unless it is less than 8 hours before the next dose, in which case, skip the missed dose. Thereafter, resume dosing at the regular scheduled time. 2.3 Patients with Severe Hepatic Impairment LITFULO is not recommended in patients with severe (Child Pugh C) hepatic impairment [see Use in Specific Populations (8.6) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] . 2.4 Treatment Interruption or Discontinuation If treatment interruption is indicated, a temporary treatment interruption for less than 6 weeks is not expected to result in significant loss of regrown scalp hair. Hematologic Abnormalities Recommendations for LITFULO treatment interruption or discontinuation for hematologic abnormalities are summarized in Table 1. Table 1. Laboratory Monitoring Guidance Laboratory Measure Recommendation ALC = absolute lymphocyte count. Platelet Count Treatment should be discontinued if platelet count is <50,000/mm 3 Lymphocytes Treatment should be interrupted if ALC is <500/mm 3 and may be restarted once ALC return above this value. ALC and platelet counts are recommended before treatment initiation and at 4 weeks after treatment initiation, and thereafter according to routine patient management [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] .

Dosage Forms and Strengths

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3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS Capsules: 50 mg of ritlecitinib, size 3, opaque capsules with yellow body and blue cap. The body is printed with “RCB 50” and the cap is printed with “Pfizer” in black. Capsules: 50 mg of ritlecitinib ( 3 )

Contraindications

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4 CONTRAINDICATIONS LITFULO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to ritlecitinib or any of its excipients [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] . LITFULO is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to ritlecitinib or any of its excipients. ( 4 )

Warnings and Cautions

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5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Hypersensitivity : Discontinue LITFULO if a clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs. ( 5.6 ) • Hypoglycemia in Patients with Diabetes : Consider increased monitoring of blood glucose; advise diabetic patients to notify their healthcare provider if they develop signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. ( 5.7 ) • Laboratory Abnormalities : Perform ALC and platelet counts prior to LITFULO initiation. Treatment interruption or discontinuation are recommended based on ALC and platelet count abnormalities. ( 5.8 ) • Vaccinations : Avoid use of live vaccines during or shortly prior to LITFULO treatment. ( 5.9 ) 5.1 Serious Infections Serious infections have been reported in patients receiving LITFULO. The most frequent serious infections have been appendicitis, COVID-19 infection (including pneumonia), and sepsis [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . Among opportunistic infections, multi-dermatomal herpes zoster was reported with LITFULO. Avoid use of LITFULO in patients with an active, serious infection. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment prior to initiating LITFULO in patients: • with chronic or recurrent infection • who have been exposed to TB • with a history of serious infection or an opportunistic infection • who have resided or traveled in areas of endemic TB or mycoses, or • with underlying conditions that may predispose them to infection Closely monitor patients for the development of signs and symptoms of infection during and after treatment with LITFULO. Interrupt LITFULO if a patient develops a serious or opportunistic infection. A patient who develops a new infection during treatment with LITFULO should undergo prompt and complete diagnostic testing appropriate for an immunocompromised patient, appropriate antimicrobial therapy should be initiated, and the patient should be closely monitored. LITFULO may be resumed once the infection is controlled. Tuberculosis Screen patients for tuberculosis (TB) before starting therapy. LITFULO should not be given to patients with active TB. Anti-TB therapy should be started prior to initiating therapy with LITFULO in patients with a new diagnosis of latent TB or previously untreated latent TB. In patients with a negative latent TB test, consider anti-TB therapy before initiating treatment with LITFULO in those at high risk and consider screening patients at high risk for TB during treatment with LITFULO. Viral Reactivation Viral reactivation, including cases of herpes virus reactivation (e.g., herpes zoster), was reported in clinical trials [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . If a patient develops herpes zoster, consider interrupting treatment until the episode resolves. Screening for viral hepatitis should be performed in accordance with clinical guidelines before starting therapy with LITFULO. Patients with evidence of HIV infection or hepatitis B or C infection were excluded from clinical trials. 5.2 Mortality In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients 50 years of age and older with at least one cardiovascular risk factor, a higher rate of all-cause mortality, including sudden cardiovascular death, was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared with TNF blockers. Consider the benefits and risks for the individual patient prior to initiating or continuing therapy with LITFULO. 5.3 Malignancy and Lymphoproliferative Disorders Malignancies, including non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC), were observed in clinical trials of LITFULO [see Adverse Reactions (6.1) ] . In a large, randomized, postmarketing safety study of another JAK inhibitor in RA patients, a higher rate of malignancies (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC)) was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. A higher rate of lymphomas was observed in patients treated with the JAK inhibitor compared to those treated with TNF blockers. A higher rate of lung cancers was …

Adverse Reactions

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6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following clinically significant adverse reactions are described elsewhere in the labeling: • Serious Infections [see Warnings and Precautions (5.1) ] • Malignancy and Lymphoproliferative Disorders [see Warnings and Precautions (5.3) ] • Thromboembolic Events [see Warnings and Precautions (5.5) ] • Hypersensitivity [see Warnings and Precautions (5.6) ] • Laboratory Abnormalities [see Warnings and Precautions (5.8) ] Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥1%) are headache, diarrhea, acne, rash, urticaria, folliculitis, pyrexia, atopic dermatitis, dizziness, blood creatine phosphokinase increased, herpes zoster, red blood cell count decreased, and stomatitis. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Pfizer Inc. at 1-800-438-1985 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch . 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The safety of LITFULO was evaluated in three randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials and one long-term trial in subjects with alopecia areata, including alopecia totalis and alopecia universalis, who were 12 years of age and older. A total of 1628 subjects were treated with LITFULO representing 2085 subject-years of exposure. There were 1011 subjects with at least 1 year of exposure to LITFULO. In the placebo-controlled period of clinical trials in alopecia areata, a total of 668 subjects were exposed to LITFULO with 130 receiving 50 mg once daily for up to 24 weeks. The median age of subjects was 33 years, 105 (11.9%) subjects were 12 to <18 years old and 22 (2.5%) subjects were 65 years of age or older. The majority of subjects were White (70.7%) and female (63.6%). Adverse reactions occurring at ≥1% in the treated groups and at a higher rate than placebo are presented in Table 2. A total of 2 (1.5%) subjects treated with LITFULO 50 mg were discontinued from the trials due to adverse reactions. Table 2. Adverse Reactions in Clinical Trials of LITFULO for the Treatment of Alopecia Areata Reported in ≥1% of subjects and at a higher rate than placebo for up to 24 weeks. LITFULO 50 mg N=130 n (%) Placebo N=213 n (%) Headache Headache includes headache and migraine. 14 (10.8) 18 (8.5) Diarrhea Diarrhea includes diarrhea and frequent bowel movements. 13 (10.0) 8 (3.8) Acne Acne includes acne and acne pustular. 8 (6.2) 10 (4.7) Rash Rash includes rash and dermatitis allergic. 7 (5.4) 2 (0.9) Urticaria 6 (4.6) 3 (1.4) Folliculitis 4 (3.1) 4 (1.9) Pyrexia 4 (3.1) 0 Dermatitis atopic 3 (2.3) 1 (0.5) Dizziness 3 (2.3) 3 (1.4) Blood creatine phosphokinase increased 2 (1.5) 0 Herpes zoster 2 (1.5) 0 Red blood cell count decreased 2 (1.5) 0 Stomatitis 2 (1.5) 0 Specific Adverse Reactions Exposure adjusted incidence rates were adjusted by clinical trial size for all adverse reactions reported in this section. Overall Infections In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, overall infections were reported in 66 subjects (80.35 per 100 subject-years) treated with placebo and 43 subjects (74.53 per 100 subject-years) treated with LITFULO 50 mg. Across clinical trials, including the long-term trial, overall infections were reported in 645 subjects (50.71 per 100 subject-years) treated with LITFULO 50 mg or higher. Serious Infections In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, 3 subjects reported serious infections across all ritlecitinib doses studied. Across clinical trials, including the long-term trial, serious infections were reported in 12 subjects (0.66 per 100 subject-years) treated with LITFULO 50 mg or higher. The most common serious infections were related to appendicitis, COVID-19 infection (including pneumonia), and sepsis. Herpes Zoster In the placebo-controlled trials, for up to 24 weeks, herpes zoster …

Drug Interactions

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7 DRUG INTERACTIONS • Certain CYP3A substrates : Additional monitoring and dose adjustment of CYP3A substrate should be considered. ( 7.1 ) • Certain CYP1A2 substrates : Additional monitoring and dose adjustment of CYP1A2 substrate should be considered. ( 7.1 ) • Certain CYP3A inducers: Coadministration with strong inducers of CYP3A is not recommended. ( 7.2 ) 7.1 Effects of LITFULO on Other Drugs Table 3 includes clinically significant drug interactions affecting other drugs. Table 3. Clinically Significant Interactions Affecting Other Drugs CYP3A Substrates Where Small Concentration Changes May Lead to Serious Adverse Reactions Clinical Impact Ritlecitinib is a CYP3A inhibitor. Concomitant use of ritlecitinib increases AUC and C max of CYP3A substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3 )] , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions of these substrates. Intervention Consider additional monitoring and dosage adjustment in accordance with approved product labeling of CYP3A substrates where small concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions when used with LITFULO. CYP1A2 Substrates Where Small Concentration Changes May Lead to Serious Adverse Reactions Clinical Impact Ritlecitinib is a CYP1A2 inhibitor. Concomitant use of ritlecitinib increases AUC and C max of CYP1A2 substrates [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may increase the risk of adverse reactions of these substrates. Intervention Consider additional monitoring and dosage adjustment in accordance with the approved product labeling of CYP1A2 substrates where small concentration changes may lead to serious adverse reactions when used concomitantly with LITFULO. 7.2 Effects of Other Drugs on LITFULO Table 4 includes clinically significant drug interactions affecting LITFULO. Table 4. Clinically Significant Interactions Affecting LITFULO CYP3A Inducers Clinical Impact Concomitant use of strong CYP3A inducer (e.g., rifampin) may decrease AUC and C max of ritlecitinib [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3) ] , which may result in loss of or reduced clinical response. Intervention Coadministration with strong inducers of CYP3A is not recommended.

Use in Specific Populations

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8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS • Lactation : Breastfeeding not recommended. ( 8.2 ) • Severe Hepatic Impairment: Not recommended. ( 8.6 ) 8.1 Pregnancy Pregnancy Exposure Registry If a patient becomes pregnant while receiving LITFULO, healthcare providers should report LITFULO exposure by calling 1-877-390-2940. Risk Summary Available data from clinical trials with LITFULO use in pregnant women are insufficient to identify a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or other adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. In animal reproduction studies, oral administration of ritlecitinib to pregnant rats and rabbits during organogenesis caused fetotoxicity and fetal malformations at exposures 49 and 55 times the maximum recommended human dose (MRHD) based on area under the curve (AUC) comparison, respectively (see Animal Data ) . The background risks of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population are unknown. All pregnancies carry some risk of birth defects, loss, or other adverse outcomes. The estimated background risks in the U.S. general population of major birth defects and miscarriages are 2-4% and 15-20% of clinically recognized pregnancies, respectively. Data Animal Data In an embryo-fetal development study in pregnant rats, oral administration of ritlecitinib from gestation days 6 to 17 decreased fetal body weights and caused fetal skeletal malformations (malformed vertebrae and ribs) and variations (delayed ossification) at doses ≥175 mg/kg/day (49 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). Maternal toxicity (lower body weights) was noted at 325 mg/kg/day (102 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). There was no developmental toxicity at 75 mg/kg/day (16 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). In an embryo-fetal development study in pregnant rabbits, oral administration of ritlecitinib from gestation days 7 to 19 decreased mean fetal body weights and increased visceral malformations (malpositioned kidneys), skeletal malformations (supernumerary sternebrae, absent thoracic arch, and/or fused thoracic centra), and skeletal variations (delayed ossification) at 75 mg/kg/day (55 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). There was no developmental toxicity at doses up to 25 mg/kg/day (12 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). In a pre- and postnatal development study in rats, oral administration of ritlecitinib from gestation day 6 through lactation day 20 had no effects on pre- and postnatal development at doses up to 75 mg/kg/day (14 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison). At 175 mg/kg/day (41 times the MRHD based on AUC comparison), ritlecitinib caused adverse lower postnatal survival and lower offspring body weights, which correlated with delayed sexual maturation in both sexes. Bred females in the F 1 generation also exhibited lower mean numbers of corpora lutea at 175 mg/kg/day. 8.2 Lactation Risk Summary There are no data on the presence of ritlecitinib in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant, or the effects on milk production. Ritlecitinib is present in the milk of lactating rats (see Data ) . When a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that it will be present in human milk. Because of the serious adverse effects in adults, including risks of serious infection and malignancy, advise women not to breastfeed during treatment with LITFULO and for approximately 14 hours after the last dose (approximately 6 elimination half-lives). Data After a single oral 30 mg/kg dose of ritlecitinib to lactating rats, ritlecitinib concentrations in milk over time were higher than those in plasma. The mean milk to plasma AUC ratio was 2.2. 8.4 Pediatric Use The safety and effectiveness of LITFULO for the treatment of alopecia areata have been established in pediatric patients ages 12 years and older. A total of 181 pediatric patients ages 12 to <18 years were enrolled in alopecia areata clinical trials, with 105 pediatric patients ages 12 to <18 years with alopecia areata randomized in a piv …

Mechanism of Action

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12.1 Mechanism of Action LITFULO is a kinase inhibitor. Ritlecitinib irreversibly inhibits Janus kinase 3 (JAK3) and the tyrosine kinase expressed in hepatocellular carcinoma (TEC) kinase family by blocking the adenosine triphosphate (ATP) binding site. In cellular settings, ritlecitinib inhibits cytokine induced STAT phosphorylation mediated by JAK3-dependent receptors. Additionally, ritlecitinib inhibits signaling of immune receptors dependent on TEC kinase family members. The relevance of inhibition of specific JAK or TEC family enzymes to therapeutic effectiveness is not currently known.

Description

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11 DESCRIPTION LITFULO (ritlecitinib) capsules are formulated with ritlecitinib tosylate, a kinase inhibitor. Ritlecitinib tosylate is a white to off white to pale pink solid which is freely soluble in water. The chemical name is 1-{(2 S ,5 R )-2-Methyl-5-[(7 H -pyrrolo[2,3- d ]pyrimidin-4-yl)amino]piperidin-1-yl}prop-2-en-1-one 4-methylbenzene-1-sulfonic acid. The molecular formula for ritlecitinib tosylate is C 22 H 27 N 5 O 4 S. The molecular weight is 457.55 g/mol and its structural formula is: LITFULO is supplied for oral administration as a 50 mg immediate-release capsule. Each capsule contains 50 mg ritlecitinib (equivalent to 80.13 mg ritlecitinib tosylate) and the following inactive ingredients: crospovidone, glyceryl dibehenate, lactose monohydrate, microcrystalline cellulose, and hypromellose (HPMC) capsule shells. The yellow/blue, opaque capsule shells contain Brilliant blue FCF – FD&C Blue, hypromellose, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide. Chemical Structure

10 OVERDOSAGE LITFULO was administered in clinical trials up to a single oral dose of 800 mg. Adverse reactions were comparable to those seen at lower doses and no specific toxicities were identified. Pharmacokinetics (PK) data up to and including a single oral dose of 800 mg in healthy adult volunteers indicate that more than 90% of the administered dose is expected to be eliminated within 48 hours. There is no specific antidote for overdose with LITFULO. Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive, and monitor patients for signs and symptoms of adverse reactions [see Clinical Trials Experience (6.1) ] . In case of an overdose, call Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222 for latest recommendations.

How Supplied / Storage and Handling

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16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING LITFULO capsules are packaged in child-resistant, white, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) bottles with polypropylene (PP) cap with a foil heat induction seal liner. The bottles contain 1g of desiccant in a high-density polyethylene (HDPE) canister. Do not eat the desiccant. Dosage Form Strength Description Bottle Size (number of capsules) NDC Number Capsules 50 mg of ritlecitinib Size 3, opaque capsules with yellow body and blue cap. The body is printed with “RCB 50” and the cap is printed with “Pfizer” in black. 28 count bottle 0069-0334-28 Store LITFULO at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. Keep in original package.

Adverse event reports

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1,862
FAERS reports mentioning this drug
as of 2026-09-25T03:42:24+00:00
A report count is not a risk measure. FAERS accepts voluntary and mandatory reports without establishing causation, and reporting is influenced by how widely a drug is used, how long it has been marketed, and media attention. FDA states that reports “do not prove that the drug caused the event”. Compare rates, not totals.

Attributed to this product's most-reported active ingredient: RITLECITINIB TOSYLATE. Combination products with more than six active ingredients are not attributed, because a report count summed across a long ingredient list measures the list, not the medicine.

Packaging and NDCs

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Package NDC Product NDC Labeler Description Marketing start
0069-0334-28 0069-0334 Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc 28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (0069-0334-28) July 6, 2023
63539-334-28 63539-334 U.S. Pharmaceuticals 28 CAPSULE in 1 BOTTLE (63539-334-28) July 6, 2023
0069-0334 0069-0334 Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc — July 6, 2023
63539-334 63539-334 U.S. Pharmaceuticals — July 6, 2023

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