Acthar HP Gel

Active Ingredient(s): Repository Corticotropin
FDA Approved: * October 15, 2010
Pharm Company: * QUESTCOR PHARMA
Category: Neurological Disorders

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH; also adrenocorticotropin, corticotropin) is a polypeptide tropic hormone produced by and secreted by the anterior pituitary gland.[1] It is also used as a medication and diagnostic agent. ACTH is an important component of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and is often produced in response to biological stress (along with its precursor corticotropin-releasing hormone from the hypothalamus). Its principal effects are increased production ... [wikipedia]

* May have multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or labelers.
1 Discussion

Related Brands

Drugs with the same active ingredients

Popular Topics

Gelmicin Drug Information

Active Ingredients: -Betamethasone Dipropionate 0.05% -Clotrimazole 1% -Gentamicin Sulfate 0.1% Dosage Form: Tube Ointme...

83 REPLIES
Gelmicin cream

Brand Name: Gelmicin Active Ingredients (Topical Cream): -Betamethasone Dipropionate 0.05% -Clotrimazole 1% -Gentamicin ...

24 REPLIES
gelmicin cream for eczema

I just got a tube of Gelmincin. My grandson had a severe case of eczema, red itchy on back of leg arms and back ...just ...

23 REPLIES
Gelmicin cream used for acne

I've been breaking out lately and have had many big nasty red pimples, so I was wondering if I used this would it cl...

4 REPLIES
gelmicin and lichen sclerosis

I just want to let anyone with lichen sclerosis (in vag area) that gelmicin works for controlling itching and small boil...

4 REPLIES
gelmicin cream for ringworm

Can Gelmicin be used for ringworm and if so is it effective? ## Hello, Robert! How are you? It does contain the antifung...

4 REPLIES
GELMICIN HAS ANYONE USED IT FOR PRE SKIN CANCER

I RECEIVE A TUBE OF GELMICIN AND THE PERSON THAT GAVE IT TO ME SAID TO US IT ON TWO SPOTS THAT I HAD A BISOPSY DONE ON T...

4 REPLIES
Gelatin portion of the Mutual 105 Doxycycline capsule

Hello. I have a question about the source of gelatin that is in this particular capsule (NDC 53489-0119). I know that mo...

3 REPLIES
Gelmicin For Nail Fungus! Help To heal?

Will Gelmicin help to eliminate toenail fungus? I bought it in Mexico and want to try it on my toe nails to kill the fun...

3 REPLIES
gelmicin cream on dog

Can it be used on dogs hot spots? ## Will it hurt a dog if ingested ## Hi Denise, Personally I think it would be a good ...

3 REPLIES