Percorten-V (desoxycorticosterone pivalate) Injectable Suspension is approved by the FDA for the treatment of Canine Addison’s Disease (hypoadrenocorticism). Canine Addison’s Disease is a condition in which a dog’s adrenal glands aren’t working properly. Adrenal glands produce chemicals and hormones that help regulate many bodily functions such as metabolism, blood pressure and stress response. Canine Addison’s Disease can be fatal if not treated. However, with proper medical management, including Percorten-V, a dog suffering from Canine Addison’s Disease can have a normal life expectancy.