Metopirone

Active Ingredient(s): Metyrapone
FDA Approved: * December 4, 1961
Pharm Company: * NOVARTIS
Category: Diagnostic Aid

* This drug may consist of multiple approval dates, manufacturers, or distributors. If applicable, they would be listed below under "NDC Database Records".

Metopirone Overview

Metyrapone, sold under the brand name Metopirone, is a medication which is used in the diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency and occasionally in the treatment of Cushing's syndrome (hypercortisolism). Contents 1 Medical uses 2 Pharmacology 2.1 Pharmacodynamics 3 Chemistry 4 Research 5 See also 6 References Medical uses Metyrapone can be used in the diagnosis of adrenal insufficiency. Metyrapone 30mg/kg, maximum dose 3,000mg, is administered at midnight usually with a snack. The plasm...

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NDC Database Records for Metopirone: (1 result)

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• 76336-455 Metopirone 250 mg Oral Capsule by Hra Pharma

Other drugs which contain Metyrapone or a similar ingredient: (1 result)

• METYRAPONE