ACTHAR GEL (AUTOINJECTOR) vs PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	ACTHAR GEL (AUTOINJECTOR)	PURIFIED CORTROPHIN GEL
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CORTICOTROPIN	CORTICOTROPIN
Manufacturer	Mallinckrodt Ireland	Ani Pharms
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable
Drug class	Adrenocorticotropic Hormone	Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Collagen Diseases, Erythema Multiforme, Multiple Sclerosis	Collagen Diseases, Erythema Multiforme, Multiple Sclerosis

acthar gel (autoinjector)purified cortrophin gel

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CORTICOTROPIN

Manufacturer

Mallinckrodt Ireland

Ani Pharms

Dosage forms

Injectable

Drug class

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Collagen Diseases, Erythema Multiforme, Multiple Sclerosis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Acthar Gel (Autoinjector) and Purified Cortrophin Gel?

Both Acthar Gel (Autoinjector) and Purified Cortrophin Gel share the active ingredient Corticotropin.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.