Who should not use Acthar?
Acthar should not be used in patients with scleroderma, osteoporosis, systemic fungal infections, ocular herpes simplex, recent surgery, history of or the presence of a peptic ulcer, congestive heart failure, hypertension, or sensitivity to proteins of porcine origin. If you have one of these conditions, be sure to speak with your doctor before beginning treatment with Acthar.
Acthar should not be used in patients with a skin condition called scleroderma, bone density loss (osteoporosis), infection throughout the body, eye infection called ocular herpes simplex, recent surgery, history of or a current stomach ulcer, heart problems, high blood pressure, or allergy to pig-derived proteins. Tell your doctor about any health problems or medicines. If you have one of these conditions, be sure to speak with your doctor before beginning treatment with Acthar.
