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JAKinibs have been linked with an increased risk of HZ in patients with RA. To this end, Winthrop, et al. evaluated data from six Phase III clinical trials to determine the incidence of HZ in the upadacitinib (UPA)-treated patients with RA and identify potential risk factors for the development of HZ in these patients.Analysis of data provides further support for the need for continued vigilance and monitoring for signs of herpes zoster (HZ) in patients receiving UPA, particularly in Asian populations and those with a history of HZ.HZ incidence and event rates were higher with UPA versus adalimumab + methotrexate (MTX) or MTX monotherapy, and higher with the 30 mg versus the 15 mg dose of UPA.