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Adrenocorticotropic Hormones

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH or corticortropin) is used to treat infantile spasms, multiple sclerosis relapses, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, juvenile arthritis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, gout, akylosing spondylitis, and eczema. It stimulates the release of steroid hormones, which play a role in immune response and inflammation.

Why are adrenocorticotropic hormones prescribed?

  1. Multiple Sclerosis (13%)
  2. Psoriasis (13%)
  3. Eczema (13%)
  4. Eye Inflammation (13%)
  5. Psoriatic Arthritis (13%)
  6. Rheumatoid Arthritis (13%)
  7. Epilepsy (13%)
  8. Lupus (13%)

Key takeaways

Adrenocorticotropic hormones are used to treat conditions like multiple sclerosis, infantile spasms, and certain types of arthritis. They also have other uses, such as managing certain skin and eye conditions. These hormones work by stimulating your adrenal glands to produce cortisol. This helps stop pathways in the body that cause inflammation and helps regulate your immune system. Adrenocorticotropic hormones are available in injectable forms. One example includes Acthar Gel (corticotropin).

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Acthar gel (repository corticotropin) is used to treat systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), infantile spasms, rheumatoid arthritis, eye inflammation, and multiple sclerosis. There are currently no generic alternatives for Acthar gel. It may be covered by your Medicare or insurance plan.
CORTICOTROPIN treats many inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, lupus, and multiple sclerosis (MS). It works by slowing down an overactive immune system. This decreases inflammation. It may also be used to treat infantile spasms, a type of seizure that occurs in infants.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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