MS Relapse Treatment

Who should NOT take Acthar?

You should not take Acthar if you have:

Tell your doctor if you have any of these conditions or any other health problems. Also, share with your doctor what medicines you are taking. Dont forget to mention nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

What is the most important information I should know about Acthar?

Acthar can cause side effects similar to those with steroid treatments. While taking Acthar, tell your doctor right away if you have any of the symptoms listed here:

Adrenal gland changes. When taking Acthar long term, your adrenal gland may produce too much of a hormone called cortisol, which may cause symptoms of Cushings syndrome, such as upper body fat, rounded moon face, bruising easily, or muscle weakness

Sometimes when you stop taking Acthar long term, your body may not produce enough cortisol on its own. This is called adrenal insufficiency. Your doctor may prescribe a steroid medicine to protect you until the adrenal gland recovers

What are the most common side effects of Acthar?

The most common side effects of Acthar are similar to those of steroids. They include:

These are not all of the possible side effects of Acthar.

Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you, or that does not go away. Call your doctor or pharmacist for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA. Call 1-800-FDA-1088 1-800-FDA-1088or visit http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. You may also report side effects by calling 1-800-778-7898. 1-800-778-7898.

Please see accompanying full Prescribing Information.

H.P. Acthar Gel (repository corticotropin injection) [H P AK-thar jel]

Acthar is a prescription medicine indicated for adults with acute relapses or flares of multiple sclerosis (MS). Studies have shown H.P. Acthar Gel to be effective in speeding recovery from an MS relapse. However, there is no evidence that Acthar affects the ultimate outcome or natural history of the disease.

Acthar is injected beneath the skin or into the muscle.

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