ACTHAR vs ACTHAR GEL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	ACTHAR	ACTHAR GEL
Rating	70/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	CORTICOTROPIN	CORTICOTROPIN
Manufacturer	Sanofi Aventis US	Mallinckrodt Ireland
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 acthar gel

Rating

70/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

CORTICOTROPIN

Manufacturer

Sanofi Aventis US

Mallinckrodt Ireland

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 and Acthar Gel?

Both Acthar and Acthar 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.