Cosyntropin and Wee Care

• Generic Name: cosyntropin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Cortrosyn

Cosyntropin is a man-made form of a hormone called adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH is a hormone that is normally produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. ACTH stimulates the adrenal glands to release the hormones cortisol and adrenaline. These hormones help your body respond to stress and also support many systems of the body including circulation, metabolism, immunity, and the nervous system.

Cosyntropin is used as part of a medical test called an ACTH stimulation test. This test can help your doctor diagnose adrenal gland disorders such as Addison's disease, Cushing syndrome, or hypopituitarism (failure of the pituitary gland to produce hormones correctly).

Cosyntropin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: carbonyl iron
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Feosol Caplet, Icar, Iron Chews, Wee Care, Ferra-Cap, Elemental Iron, Iron Chews Pediatric

Wee Care is an iron replacement product. You normally get iron from the foods you eat. Iron helps your body produce red blood cells that carry oxygen through your blood to tissues and organs.

Wee Care is used to treat or prevent iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia.

Wee Care may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.