Active Ingredient Metyrapone
Active Ingredient Details
What is Metyrapone?
An inhibitor of the enzyme STEROID 11-BETA-MONOOXYGENASE. It is used as a test of the feedback hypothalamic-pituitary mechanism in the diagnosis of CUSHING SYNDROME.
What is the usage for Metyrapone?
Normally the pituitary gland in your brain sends signals to your adrenal glands to make a natural substance called cortisol. Cortisol is important for keeping your body functioning well and for good health. Metyrapone is used to test if your pituitary gland is sending the proper signals to your adrenal glands.
How many products in the NDC database contain Metyrapone?
The NDC database has 3 products with the active ingredient Metyrapone. The following table lists all the products that have this active ingredient.
NDC Products with Metyrapone
| NDC | Proprietary Name | Non-Proprietary Name | Dosage Form | Route Name | Company Name | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55361-0011 | Proprietary Name: | Metyrapone | Capsule | Catalent Germany Eberbach Gmbh | ACTIVE | ||
| 70219-0001 | Proprietary Name: | Metyrapone | Powder | Minakem Beuvry Production | ACTIVE | ||
| 76336-455 | Proprietary Name: Metopirone | Metyrapone | Capsule, Gelatin Coated | Oral | Hra Pharma Rare Diseases | ACTIVE |