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HP Acthar Gel (Corticotropin)
Diagnosing adrenal gland 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. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. HP Acthar Gel is a hormone. It works by stimulating the body to produce more adrenocortical hormones (eg, corticosteroids, glucocorticoids). Most important: HP Acthar Gel may lower your body’s ability to fight infection or illnesses, especially if you use it for an extended period of time. Prevent infection by avoiding contact with people with colds or other infections. If you are exposed to chickenpox, measles, or TB while taking HP Acthar Gel or during the 12 months after stopping HP Acthar Gel, call your doctor. Notify your doctor of any signs of infection, including fever, sore throat, pain during urination, muscle aches, rash, or chills for up to 12 months after stopping HP Acthar Gel. Do not stop using HP Acthar Gel without first checking with your doctor. Serious side effects may occur if you suddenly stop using HP Acthar Gel. Long-term use of HP Acthar Gel may cause eye problems, such as cataracts, glaucoma, and optic nerve damage. Do not use HP Acthar Gel for longer than prescribed. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any changes in your vision. Check with your doctor before having any vaccinations, especially for smallpox, while you are using HP Acthar Gel. Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using HP Acthar Gel. Diabetes patients – HP Acthar Gel may affect your blood sugar. Check blood sugar levels closely and ask your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine. LAB TESTS, including blood electrolytes, may be performed to monitor your progress or to check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments. Use HP Acthar Gel with extreme caution in CHILDREN because they may be more sensitive to its effects. HP Acthar Gel may affect growth rate in CHILDREN and adolescents in some instances. Your child’s growth may need to be checked regularly while using HP Acthar Gel. PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking HP Acthar Gel, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using HP Acthar Gel during pregnancy. It is unknown if HP Acthar Gel is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking HP Acthar Gel. |
