Corticotropin
Corticotropin Information
- Corticotropin Benefits & Uses
- Corticotropin Dosage & How to Take
- Corticotropin Side Effects
- Corticotropin Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Corticotropin with Other Drugs
- Corticotropin Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Corticotropin
- Corticotropin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Corticotropin Benefits & Uses
Corticotropin is used to treat the following -
- West syndrome Primary
- Multiple Sclerosis Primary
- Spondylitis
- Polymyositis
- Keratitis Ichthyosis Deafness Syndrome
- Allergy
- Erythema Multiforme
- Lupus
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Sarcoidosis
- Iritis
- Uveitis
- Johnson-Stevens Disease
- Psoriatic Arthritis
Corticotropin Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Ingredients of Corticotropin
Corticotropin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Corticotropin is used -
- Fluid retention
- Increased appetite
- Glucose Intolerance
- Weight gain
- Increased blood pressure
- Behavioural Changes
- Mood swings
- Swelling
- Constipation Moderate
- Fever Mild
Corticotropin Related Warnings
Is the use of Corticotropin safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Corticotropin during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
UnknownIs the use of Corticotropin safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Corticotropin on breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
UnknownWhat is the effect of Corticotropin on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Corticotropin on kidney have been reported.
MildWhat is the effect of Corticotropin on the Liver?
Corticotropin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
ModerateWhat is the effect of Corticotropin on the Heart?
Use of Corticotropin may be dangerous for heart. Do not use it without doctor advice.
SevereSevere Interaction of Corticotropin with Other Drugs
Corticotropin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Corticotropin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Corticotropin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Peptic Ulcer
- Infections
- Heart Failure
- Diabetes
- Myasthenia Gravis (MG)
- Electrolyte Imbalance
Frequently asked Questions about Corticotropin
Is this Corticotropin habit forming or addictive?
No, Corticotropin is not habit forming.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Corticotropin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
SafeIs it safe?
Yes, but you should take Corticotropin only as per your doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Corticotropin in mental disorders is not effective.
नहींCorticotropin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Corticotropin
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Corticotropin together with food.
UnknownInteraction between Alcohol and Corticotropin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Corticotropin and alcohol. No research has been done on this.
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References
- KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 243-244
