Tetracosactide Other names: Tetracosactrin Cosyntropin ACTH test Synacthen test

Chemical formula: C₁₃₆H₂₁₀N₄₀O₃₁S  Molecular mass: 2,933.49 g/mol  PubChem compound: 16133751

Pregnancy

There is a limited amount of data on the use of tetracosactide in pregnant patients. Data from animal studies are insufficient with respect to reproductive toxicity. Tetracosactide should be used during pregnancy only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk to the foetus.

Nursing mothers

It is unknown whether tetracosactide is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when tetracosactide is administered to a breastfeeding woman.

Carcinogenesis, mutagenesis and fertility

Women of child bearing potential

No special recommendation.

Fertility

There is no data available.

Effects on ability to drive and use machines

Patients should be warned of the potential hazards of driving or operating machinery if they experience side effects such as dizziness.

Cross-check medications

Review your medication to ensure that there are no potentially harmful drug interactions or contraindications.

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