Prescription Required

Acton 60IU Injection

by Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Corticotropin (60IU)

₹1568

Acton 60IU Injection

Introduction to Acton 60IU Injection

It is a medication that falls under the adrenocorticotropic hormone analogue class. This medication is employed in the treatment of infantile spasms, a condition characterized by muscle stiffening and seizures in babies.

It works by stimulating the adrenal glands cortex to produce hormones like corticosteroids and glucocorticoids, which possess anti-inflammatory and regulatory functions in the body.

Consult to your doctor before taking this drug.

Safety Advice for Acton 60IU Injection

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption with this medication.

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Discuss the use of this drug during pregnancy with your doctor.

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Generally safe during breastfeeding, but consult your doctor.

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No known effects on driving ability.

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Limited information available, consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.

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Limited information available, consult your doctor if you have liver disease.

How Acton 60IU Injection works

<div>Corticotropin is an adrenocorticotropic hormone analogue. It works by stimulating cortex of the adrenal gland to produce more adrenocortical hormones like corticosteroids and glucocorticoids which have anti-inflammatory and other regulatory activities in body.</div>.

How To Use Acton 60IU Injection

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits Of Acton 60IU Injection

  • It helps treat infantile spasms in babies, preventing complications associated with this condition.
  • It stimulates the release of hormones that aid in this treatment.

Side Effects Of Acton 60IU Injection

  • Edema (swelling)
  • Increased appetite
  • Glucose intolerance
  • Weight gain
  • High blood pressure
  • Mood changes
  • Behavioural changes

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FAQ's on Acton 60IU Injection

Acton is another name for?

Acton is another name for adrenocorticotropic hormone

Is Acton a steroid, cortisol?

Acton is not a steroid or cortisol

Why is Acton administered?

Acton is administered to treat infantile spasm (severe fits syndrome) in infants and children under 2 years of age and multiple sclerosis (damaged insulating covers of nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord) in adults. It is also used to treat breathing, blood, arthritis, endocrine, skin or eye problems, bowel inflammation or certain cancers

Prescription Required

Acton 60IU Injection

by Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Corticotropin (60IU)

₹1568

Acton 60IU Injection

Acton 60IU Injection

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