Clinical reference
Diagnostic Agent · ACTH analog · Neonatology, Endocrinology
Synthetic ACTH1–24 used as a diagnostic screening agent for adrenal cortical insufficiency. In children younger than 2 years: 0.125 mg (0.5 mL) IV or IM per FDA; alternatively 0.015 mg/kg IV in infants. Low-dose 0.001 mg (1 mcg) IV may be used when supply is limited. Measure cortisol at baseline and at 30 and 60 minutes after administration.