Diagnostics
| BRAND | NON- PROPRIETARY NAME | USE | THERAPY AREA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metopirone | metyrapone | Used in the diagnosis of certain problems of the adrenal glands. It is also used for the management of Cushing's syndrome (a rare disorder, mainly of females, characterised by a moonface, obesity and excessive growth of hair) and for oedema. | Diagnostic |
| Rogitine | phentolamine | Used in the diagnosis of phaeochromocytoma, a tumour of the adrenal gland and in the management of hypertensive episodes associated with phaeochromocytoma. | Diagnostic |
| Synacthen | tetracosactide | Used in the diagnosis of adrenocortical insufficiency. Stimulates the formation of adrenal steroids (cortisol). | Diagnostic |
| Synacthen Depot | tetracosactide | A long acting formulation of Synacthen. In addition, it is used to treat various inflammatory diseases including ulcerative colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis in short term use only. | Diagnostic |






