Acthrel and Jynarque

• Generic Name: corticorelin
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Acthrel

Acthrel is a man-made form of a hormone that occurs naturally in the body.

Acthrel is used as part of a medical test in people with Cushing's syndrome. Cushing syndrome is caused by high levels of cortisol (a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland).

Acthrel is also used to help your doctor determine why your body is producing too much of its own cortisol.

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

• Generic Name: tolvaptan
• Dosage Forms: kit
• Other Brand Names: Jynarque, Samsca

This medication guide provides information about the Jynarque brand of Jynarque. Samsca is another brand of tolvaptan that is not covered in this medication guide.

Jynarque (Jynarque) is used to slow the decline in kidney function in adults who have autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease.

Jynarque is available only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of Jynarque.

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