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Fludrocortisone acetate
Fludrocortisone acetate (Florinef)
Fludrocortisone acetate
(flew-droh-
KOR-tih-sohn)
Pregnancy Category: C
Florinef
(Rx)
Classification:
Mineralocorticoid
See Also:
See also
Corticosteroids
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Action/Kinetics:
Produces marked sodium retention and inhibits excess adrenocortical secretion. Supplementary potassium may be indicated.
Uses:
Addison's disease and adrenal hyperplasia.
Contraindications:
Use systemically as an anti-inflammatory.
How Supplied:
Tablet: 0.1 mg
Dosage
?Tablets
Addison's disease.
0.1-0.2 mg/day to 0.1 mg 3 times/week, usually in conjunction with hydrocortisone or cortisone.
Salt-losing adrenogenital syndrome.
0.1-0.2 mg/day. |
