Review the side-effects of Corticotropin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances- Sodium retention, fluid retention, potassium loss, calcium loss.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle weakness, loss of muscle mass, pathologic fracture of long bones.
Gastrointestinal- Inflammation of pancreas, ulcer in esophagus, abdominal distention, peptic ulcer.
Skin- Impaired wound healing, lesions, increased sweating, pigmentation, thin, fragile skin, facial redness, acne.
Heart- High blood pressure, heart failure, inflammation of blood vessels.
Central Nervous System- Convulsions, vertigo, headache; increased intracranial pressure with papilledema (optic disc swelling).
Eye and ENT- Glare and decreased visual acuity especially during bright sunlight, increased eye pressure, glaucoma with possible eye nerve damage; protruding eyeball.
Metabolic and Hormonal- Negative nitrogen balance, increase in blood sugar, menstrual irregularities, suppression of growth, Cushingoid state.
Miscellaneous- Abscess, prolonged use of ACTH may result in antibodies to it and resulting loss of stimulatory effect, thinning of skin.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances- Sodium retention, fluid retention, potassium loss, calcium loss.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle weakness, loss of muscle mass, pathologic fracture of long bones.
Gastrointestinal- Inflammation of pancreas, ulcer in esophagus, abdominal distention, peptic ulcer.
Skin- Impaired wound healing, lesions, increased sweating, pigmentation, thin, fragile skin, facial redness, acne.
Heart- High blood pressure, heart failure, inflammation of blood vessels.
Central Nervous System- Convulsions, vertigo, headache; increased intracranial pressure with papilledema (optic disc swelling).
Eye and ENT- Glare and decreased visual acuity especially during bright sunlight, increased eye pressure, glaucoma with possible eye nerve damage; protruding eyeball.
Metabolic and Hormonal- Negative nitrogen balance, increase in blood sugar, menstrual irregularities, suppression of growth, Cushingoid state.
Miscellaneous- Abscess, prolonged use of ACTH may result in antibodies to it and resulting loss of stimulatory effect, thinning of skin.
Other Precautions :
Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles and syringes.Drug Name : Corticotropin
Corticotropin(HP Acthar) generic is used mainly to diagnose problems with adrenocortical function. It may be used to treat certain conditions caused by allergies, breathing, blood, or endocrine problems; arthritis; skin or eye problems; bowel inflammation; multiple sclerosis; or certain cancers instead or corticosteroids, but corticosteroids are usually preferred since they are less expensive and easy to use.Trade Names for Corticotropin
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