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About Acton 60IU Injection

Corticotropin is an adrenocorticotropic hormone analog. It works by stimulating the cortex of the adrenal gland to produce more adrenocortical hormones like corticosteroids and glucocorticoids which have anti-inflammatory and other regulatory activities in the body. Corticotropin is used in the treatment of infantile spasms.

Uses of Acton 60IU Injection

Corticotropin is used in the treatment of infantile spasms.

Medicinal Benefits of Acton 60IU Injection

Corticotropin is an adrenocorticotropic hormone analog. It works by stimulating the cortex of the adrenal gland to produce more adrenocortical hormones like corticosteroids and glucocorticoids which have anti-inflammatory and other regulatory activities in the body.

Directions for Use

• Consult your doctor if you have diabetes, glaucoma (increased pressure inside the eye that causes visual problems), diarrhea, myasthenia gravis (periodic muscle weakness), low thyroid level, liver cirrhosis (chronic liver disease), patients with risk of osteoporosis (porous and thin bones), have measles, tuberculosis, chickenpox or shingles.
• Seek medical advice if you suffer from high blood pressure, salt and water retention, signs of infection, or heart or gastrointestinal problems after taking corticotropin.
• Take precautions while withdrawing from corticotropin therapy as you may develop the symptoms of Cushing syndrome (fatigue, loss of appetite, lethargy, weakness, low blood pressure, abdominal pain).
• Do not take any vaccines during corticotropin treatment.
• Do not stop corticotropin treatment abruptly and without consulting your doctor. Do not use corticotropin longer than prescribed.
• Tell your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Side Effects of Acton 60IU Injection

Increased appetite, Weight gain, High blood pressure, Mood changes, Behavioral changes, Infection, Seizure, Fluid retention

Serve side effects of Corticotropin

Glucose intolerance, Fracture, Acne, Skin hyperpigmentation, Decreased potassium level in the blood, Decreased calcium level in blood, Growth retardation, Negative nitrogen balance, Hypopituitarism, Adrenal insufficiency, Sodium retention, Peptic ulcer, Auto-antibody formation, Idiopathic intracranial hypertension, Steroid myopathy, Glaucoma, Increased intraocular pressure, Delayed wound healing

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