Aflexeryl-MC and Corticotropin

• Generic Name: capsaicin / menthol topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Aflexeryl-MC, Alivio, Capsiderm, Captracin, Icy Hot PM, Provenza, Puroxcin, Reciphexamine, Relyyks, Synvexia, Terocin, Zeruvia

• It is used to ease muscle and joint aches and pain.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

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

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

Corticotropin 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.

Corticotropin is also used to treat infantile spasms in children younger than 2 years old.

Corticotropin can reduce the symptoms of many disorders, but it is not a cure for these conditions. Corticotropin is also not expected to slow the progress of any disease.

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