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Corticotropin Injection and Cirrhosis

Result of checking the interaction of drug Corticotropin Injection and disease Cirrhosis for safety when used together.

Check result:

Corticotropin Injection <> Cirrhosis

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:

Adrenocorticotropic agents may have enhanced effects in patients with cirrhosis. Dosage adjustments may be necessary in these patients.

References:

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

Corticotropin Injection

Generic Name: corticotropin

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

Synonyms: Corticotropin (Injection)

What is Corticotropin Injection?