Fludrocortisone Tablets
utilized to mitigate mineralocorticoid deficiency, designed to target electrolyte balance and support normal physiological function in patients with hormone insufficiency.
Strengths: 100mcg
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Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Florinef
- Therapeutic class
Mineralocorticoid
- Pharmacological class
Corticosteroid
- Contraindications
systemic fungal infections; hypersensitivity to corticosteroids
- Minor side effects
headache; increased sweating
- Moderate side effects
hypertension; hypokalaemia; oedema
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Aspen Pharma
- Onset Time
1–2 hours
- Duration
12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
Store in a cool, dry place away from light.
- Drug interactions
potassium-depleting diuretics; fosphenytoin; barbiturates
- Age restrictions
Use under specialist supervision.
Precautions and warnings
monitor blood pressure; monitor electrolyte balance; inform your doctor before any planned surgery
Serious side effects
congestive heart failure — requires immediate medical attention; severe hypertension — requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
utilized to mitigate mineralocorticoid deficiency, designed to target electrolyte balance and support normal physiological function in patients with hormone insufficiency.
Mechanism of action
A synthetic mineralocorticoid that mimics the action of aldosterone, acting on the kidneys to increase sodium retention and potassium excretion to manage blood pressure effectively.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if necessary. Breastfeeding: Use with caution as safety is not fully established.
Fludrocortisone Tablets
utilized to mitigate mineralocorticoid deficiency, designed to target electrolyte balance and support normal physiological function in patients with hormone insufficiency.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Fludrocortisone
- Listed indication(s): Adrenal Insufficiency
Available option
- 90 tablets - 100 mcg1247-100-mcg-14877