What is Synacthen Depot Used For?
Synacthen Depot is used in place of Steroid medicines like prednisolone or cortisone for the treatment of a number of different conditions, including Ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthrosis. Synacthen Depot is used also as a test to find out if the pituitary and adrenal glands are working properly. Synacthen Depot is usually only given for a short time and can be purchased at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.
What is Synacthen Depot Composition?
Synacthen Depot contains Tetracosactide acetate as the active ingredient.
Other ingredients include; Zinc chloride anhydrous pure, Disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, Benzyl alcohol (50 mg/5 ml), Sodium chloride, Sodium hydroxide and water for injections.
Is Synacthen Depot a Prescription Drug?
Yes, Synacthen Depot is a prescription-only drug.
Synacthen Depot Dosage
Adults and the Elderly: The usual starting dose of treatment is 1mg once or twice daily for about three days
Children (3 -12 years old): The initial dose is given at a lower dose based on their age and weight.
How to Use Synacthen Depot
• Treatment with Synacthen Depot takes place in the hospital, under the supervision of a doctor.
• The doctor decides on a suitable dose of Synacthen Depot depending on your condition.
• Do not self meditate
What Are The Possible Side Effect of Synacthen Depot?
Possible side effects of Synacthen depot include;
• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Increased appetite
• Itching
• High blood pressure
• Increased thirst
• Mood changes
• Swelling of the face
• Blurred or Decreased Vision
Where Can I Buy Synacthen Depot in Nigeria?
You can buy Synacthen Depot at Drugstore.ng, Nigeria’s largest online pharmacy store.
