Adrenocorticotropic Hormone (ACTH) for Post-op Inflammation in Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy (PVR)

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is a melanocortin peptide hormone that is normally produced in the pituitary gland and acts as a major regulator of adrenal cortex function. It stimulates the adrenal cortex to produce and secrete glucocorticoids. ACTH is available for clinical usage as an injectable gel (H.P. Acthar®).