Acthar Gel, H.P. and Bivalirudin Intravenous

• Generic Name: corticotropin
• Dosage Forms: injection
• Other Brand Names:

  Acthar Gel, HP, Acthar, ACTH Gel, ACTH-80, ACTH-40 HP

Acthar Gel, H.P. is a hormone that is used to treat many different conditions such as multiple sclerosis, psoriatic or rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, lupus, severe allergic reactions, breathing disorders, and inflammatory conditions of the eyes.

Acthar Gel, H.P. is also used to treat infantile spasms in children younger than 2 years old.

Acthar Gel, H.P. can reduce the symptoms of many disorders, but it is not a cure for these conditions. This medicine is also not expected to slow the progress of any disease.

Acthar Gel, H.P. may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: bivalirudin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Angiomax

Bivalirudin is used together with aspirin to decrease the clotting ability of the blood and to help prevent harmful clots from forming in the blood vessels. It is used in patients who are having certain heart and blood vessel procedures, such as coronary angioplasty.

Bivalirudin is available only with your doctor's prescription.