Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of ACTH having the sequence of SEQ ID NO:1 in treating an adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) responsive pediatric disorder, comprising administering twice daily to an individual in need thereof 0.5-2 mg/m2 of body surface area of the ACTH. The present invention further relates to the use of ACTH having SEQ ID NO:1 in treating an adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) responsive pediatric disorder, comprising administering twice daily to an individual in need thereof a treatment dose of between 0.5-2 mg/m2 of body surface area of the ACTH for at least 7 days, optionally followed by the administration of a tapered dosage for an additional 14 days.

Abstract: A control circuit for progressively and gradually varying the illumination intensity of incandescent lamps. The circuit comprises a source of alternating current connected in series with an electric lamp load which is also in series with a silicon controlled rectifier. This silicon control rectifier is rendered conductive when its gate is actuated by a gate signal generated by a programmable unijunction transistor (PUT). The conduction of the PUT depends on the voltage applied on its gate by a gate biasing circuit connected thereto and which comprises a charging capacitor. On the other hand, a charging circuit is connected across the silicon control rectifier whereas a second charging circuit is connected between the anode of the PUT and the first-mentioned charging circuit.