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Acthar and Hypothyroidism

Result of checking the interaction of drug Acthar and disease Hypothyroidism for safety when used together.

Check result:

Acthar <> Hypothyroidism

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 hypothyroidism. Dosage adjustments may be necessary in these patients.

References:

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

Acthar

Generic Name: corticotropin

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

Synonyms: n.a.

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