Corticotropin: Side Effects, Uses & Monitoring
Purified Cortrophin Gel is indicated in the following disorders: 1.
- Data source
- FDA labeling via NIH DailyMed (label f27544ee…)
- Label version
- current
- Last reviewed
- 2026
Reported adverse reactions
Reactions listed in current FDA labeling, with the highest frequency reported across summarized placebo-controlled trials.
No structured frequency data available in current labeling. Consult the official label.
Labeled uses (from FDA prescribing information)
Purified Cortrophin Gel is indicated in the following disorders: 1. Rheumatic disorders: As adjunctive therapy for short-term administration (to tide the patient over an acute episode or exacerbation) in: Psoriatic arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis, including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (selected cases may require low-dose maintenance therapy). Ankylosing spondylitis. Acute gouty arthritis. 2. Collagen diseases: During an exacerbation or as maintenance therapy in selected cases of: Systemic lupus erythematosus. Systemic dermatomyositis (polymyositis). 3. Dermatologic diseases: Severe erythema multiforme (Stevens-Johnson syndrome). Severe psoriasis. 4. Allergic states: Atopic dermatitis Serum sickness. 5. Ophthalmic diseases: Severe acute and chronic allergic and inflammatory processes involving the eye and its adnexa such as: Allergic conjunctivitis. Keratitis. Iritis and iridocyclitis. Diffuse posterior uveitis and choroiditis. Optic neuritis. Chorioretinitis. Anterior segment inflammation. 6. Respiratory diseases: Symptomatic sarcoidosis. 7. Edematous states: To induce a diuresis or a remission of proteinuria in the nephrotic syndrome without uremia of the idiopathi…
Conditions associated with Corticotropin in labeling
Ankylosing Spondylitis
A chronic inflammatory disease primarily affecting the spine and sacroiliac joints, causing back pain and stif...
Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Gout
A form of arthritis caused by uric acid crystal deposition, causing sudden severe joint pain, often in the big...
Polymyositis
Polymyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Rheumatoid Arthritis
A chronic autoimmune disease causing inflammation of joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint d...
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corticotropin used for?
FDA labeling lists the approved uses shown above under "Labeled uses." This summary is informational; only a qualified prescriber can determine whether a medication is appropriate for you.
What are the most commonly reported side effects of Corticotropin?
Current labeling for this ingredient does not include a structured frequency table that we can reproduce. Review the official label linked below.
Does Corticotropin require lab monitoring?
Monitoring needs vary. Ask your healthcare provider whether any lab tests apply while taking Corticotropin.
Where does this information come from?
All clinical facts on this page were extracted from the current FDA-registered product labeling for this ingredient, published by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. See the source link below.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content extracted from public FDA labeling. Not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.