Here you’ll find 21 Medications that start with J that begin with J, organized from “Jadenu” to “Jyseleca”. They include both long-established generics and newer prescription drugs you may encounter.

Medications that start with J are prescription and over-the-counter drugs whose generic names begin with the letter J. J is a relatively uncommon starting letter in drug names, so some J medications become easy to remember.

Below you’ll find the table with Generic name, Brand name, Drug class, Common uses, Common side effects.

Generic name: Shows the medication’s standard or accepted name so you can identify the active ingredient across different brands.

Brand name: Lists common trade names you may see on packaging or prescriptions, helping you match brand and generic medications.

Drug class: Groups drugs by how they work, so you get a quick idea of related therapies and expected effects.

Common uses: Summarizes typical medical conditions treated with each medication, so you understand why a drug is prescribed.

Common side effects: Notes frequent side effects patients report, helping you recognize likely reactions without replacing professional advice.

Medications that start with J

NameBrand namesDrug classCommon uses
Jakafigeneric: ruxolitinibJAK1/2 inhibitorMyelofibrosis, polycythemia vera, steroid-refractory graft-versus-host disease
Jardiancegeneric: empagliflozinSGLT2 inhibitorType 2 diabetes; reduce CV death in T2D with CVD
Januviageneric: sitagliptinDPP-4 inhibitorType 2 diabetes mellitus
Jantovengeneric: warfarinVitamin K antagonist anticoagulantPrevention/treatment of venous thromboembolism; stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation
Jubliageneric: efinaconazoleTopical azole antifungalOnychomycosis (toenail fungal infection)
Jevtanageneric: cabazitaxelTaxane chemotherapyMetastatic castration‑resistant prostate cancer after docetaxel
Jynneosgeneric: MVA‑BN (non‑replicating vaccinia)Non‑replicating vaccinia vaccinePrevention of smallpox and monkeypox
Jynarquegeneric: tolvaptanVasopressin V2 receptor antagonistAutosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD)
Jalyngeneric: dutasteride + tamsulosin5α‑reductase inhibitor + α1‑blockerBenign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Janumetgeneric: sitagliptin + metforminDPP‑4 inhibitor + biguanideType 2 diabetes mellitus
Jentaduetogeneric: linagliptin + metforminDPP‑4 inhibitor + biguanideType 2 diabetes mellitus
Jorvezageneric: budesonide orodispersible tabletTopical corticosteroid (esophagus)Eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE)
Jemperligeneric: dostarlimabPD‑1 immune checkpoint inhibitorMismatch repair‑deficient endometrial cancer (and other indications)
Jyselecageneric: filgotinibSelective JAK1 inhibitorRheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory diseases (EMA)
Jatenzogeneric: testosterone undecanoateOral testosterone replacementMale hypogonadism (testosterone replacement)
Jadenugeneric: deferasiroxOral iron chelatorChronic iron overload from transfusions (e.g., thalassemia)
Jetreageneric: ocriplasminEnzymatic vitreolysis agentSymptomatic vitreomacular adhesion
Jivigeneric: antihemophilic factor (recombinant) (brand)Recombinant factor VIII replacementHemophilia A: prevention and control of bleeding
Jeuveaugeneric: prabotulinumtoxinABotulinum toxin type A neurotoxinCosmetic treatment of glabellar lines; off‑label therapeutic uses
Jornay PMgeneric: methylphenidate (ER)Central nervous system stimulantAttention‑deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and adults
Juxtapidgeneric: lomitapideMicrosomal triglyceride transfer protein inhibitorHomozygous familial hypercholesterolemia

Descriptions

Jakafi
Jakafi is an oral JAK1/2 inhibitor for certain bone marrow disorders; common side effects include anemia, low platelets and increased infection risk.
Jardiance
Jardiance lowers blood glucose and has cardiovascular benefits in some patients with type 2 diabetes; common effects include genital infections, urinary infections and dehydration.
Januvia
Januvia is an oral DPP‑4 inhibitor to improve blood sugar control; common side effects include nasopharyngitis, headache and rare reports of pancreatitis.
Jantoven
Jantoven (warfarin) is an oral anticoagulant used to prevent and treat blood clots; bleeding is the main risk and requires regular INR monitoring.
Jublia
Jublia is a topical antifungal applied to affected toenails; common local side effects include application-site irritation and redness.
Jevtana
Jevtana is a chemotherapy agent for advanced prostate cancer; common side effects include low white blood cells, diarrhea, fatigue and hair loss.
Jynneos
Jynneos is a non‑replicating vaccinia vaccine used to prevent smallpox and monkeypox; common effects are injection-site reactions, headache and fatigue.
Jynarque
Jynarque (tolvaptan) slows kidney cyst growth in ADPKD; typical side effects include thirst, frequent urination and risk of liver injury requiring monitoring.
Jalyn
Jalyn combines two medicines to relieve BPH symptoms and reduce prostate size; side effects can include sexual dysfunction and dizziness.
Janumet
Janumet combines sitagliptin with metformin to lower blood sugar; common side effects include gastrointestinal upset and rare lactic acidosis risk.
Jentadueto
Jentadueto pairs linagliptin with metformin to improve glycemic control; expect GI symptoms and possible hypoglycemia with insulin.
Jorveza
Jorveza is an oral budesonide tablet used to reduce esophageal inflammation in EoE; common effects include throat discomfort and oral candidiasis.
Jemperli
Jemperli (dostarlimab) is an immunotherapy for certain endometrial cancers; common side effects include fatigue, diarrhea and immune‑related adverse events.
Jyseleca
Jyseleca (filgotinib) is an oral JAK1 inhibitor for inflammatory arthritis; side effects include infections, nausea and laboratory changes like altered blood counts.
Jatenzo
Jatenzo is an oral testosterone formulation for men with low testosterone; side effects include increased hematocrit, acne and potential cardiovascular concerns.
Jadenu
Jadenu is an oral iron chelator used to remove excess iron from transfusion‑dependent patients; common effects include GI upset, rash and elevated liver enzymes.
Jetrea
Jetrea is an intravitreal injection used to release vitreomacular adhesion; side effects can include floaters, eye pain and temporary vision changes.
Jivi
Jivi is a recombinant factor VIII product used to prevent and treat bleeding in hemophilia A; common effects include infusion reactions and antibody development.
Jeuveau
Jeuveau is an injectable botulinum toxin used to reduce frown lines; common side effects include injection‑site pain, headache and eyelid droop.
Jornay PM
Jornay PM is an extended‑release methylphenidate for ADHD designed for evening dosing; common side effects include insomnia, decreased appetite and irritability.
Juxtapid
Juxtapid (lomitapide) lowers LDL in rare genetic high‑cholesterol conditions; common side effects include gastrointestinal symptoms and elevated liver enzymes.
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