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Drug profile · INN

tetracosactide

tetracosactide (SYNACTHEN DEPOT 1 MG/1 ML) is a melanocortin receptor 2 agonist.

TGA: approved
Patents linked 0
Pipeline programs 3
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Drug details — tetracosactide
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Quick answer

tetracosactide (SYNACTHEN DEPOT 1 MG/1 ML) is a melanocortin receptor 2 agonist.

Key facts

INN tetracosactide
Brand SYNACTHEN DEPOT 1 MG/1 ML
Mechanism Melanocortin receptor 2 agonist
Target Adrenocorticotropic hormone receptor

Mechanism of action

Melanocortin receptor 2 agonist

Primary target: Adrenocorticotropic hormone receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. APHP200018 Phase 3 · PARItec · Critically ill patients suffering from CIRCI
  2. SPD503 (1 mg) Phase 3 · Takeda · Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity
  3. TETRACOSACTIDE , EP-104GI Phase 2 · EUPRAXIA PHARMACEUTICALS · Eosinophilic esophagitis

Related & competitor drugs

  1. cosyntropin Melanocortin receptor 2 agonist
  2. corticotropin Melanocortin receptor 2 agonist
  3. corticotropin-zinc hydroxide Melanocortin receptor 2 agonist
  4. repository corticotropin Melanocortin receptor 2 agonist

Frequently asked questions

What is tetracosactide?

tetracosactide (SYNACTHEN DEPOT 1 MG/1 ML) is a melanocortin receptor 2 agonist.

What is the brand name for tetracosactide?

SYNACTHEN DEPOT 1 MG/1 ML is a marketed brand name for tetracosactide. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.