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H.P. Acthar Gel and Hyperadrenocorticism

Result of checking the interaction of drug H.P. Acthar Gel and disease Hyperadrenocorticism for safety when used together.

Check result:

H.P. Acthar Gel <> Hyperadrenocorticism

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of adrenocorticotropic agents is contraindicated in patients with adrenocortical hyperfunction. These agents stimulate the release of cortisol and aldosterone and may aggravate symptoms of hyperadrenocorticism.

References:

"Product Information. Acthrel (corticorelin)." Ferring Laboratories Inc, Tarrytown, NY.
"Product Information. Acthar (corticotropin)." Rhone-Poulenc Rorer, Collegeville, PA.
"Product Information. Cortrosyn (cosyntropin)" Organon, West Orange, NJ.

H.P. Acthar Gel

Generic Name: corticotropin

Brand Name: Acthar Gel, HP, Acthar, ACTH Gel, ACTH-80, ACTH-40 HP

Synonyms: Acthar Gel, H.P.

What is H.P. Acthar Gel?