COSYNTROPIN - INJECTION
Common Brand Name(s): Cortrosyn
Phonetic Pronunciation: (koe-sin-TROW-pin)
Information last revised June 2010
What does COSYNTROPIN - INJECTION look like?
Cortrosyn 0.25 mg Solution for Injection
cosyntropin 0.25 mg Solution for Injection
cosyntropin 0.25 mg Solution for Injection
Uses:
Cosyntropin is a man-made portion of a certain natural substance made by the body (ACTH). It is used to diagnose adrenal gland problems (e.g., Addison's disease, insufficiency due to corticosteroid use, pituitary tumor).
Missed Dose
Not applicable.
How To Use
This medication is given by injection into a vein or muscle by a health care professional. When this drug is given into a vein, it may be injected quickly (2 minutes) or mixed into a solution and given slowly (6 hours) as directed by your doctor. To test for your disease, your health care professional will usually do a blood test before giving this drug and then 30 minutes after your dose. Depending on the type of test your doctor is performing, he or she may require blood or urine samples at different times to measure your response to the test. Consult your doctor for details.
Drug Interactions
Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: cortisone, estrogen, hydrocortisone, spironolactone, "water pills" (e.g., furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide). This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.
Notes
Blood/urine tests will be done to monitor your response. Consult your doctor for more details.
Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
Precautions
Before using cosyntropin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to corticotropin; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Storage
Not applicable. This medication is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
Side Effects
Minor irritation at the injection site (e.g., redness, swelling) may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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