Floricot Tablet

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    Floricot Tablet

    10 Tablet in 1 Strip
    ₹ 140 ₹147 4% OFF Save: ₹7
    10 TABLET | 1 Strip
    ₹ 140 ₹147 4% OFF Save: ₹7
    8987 people have bought this recently
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    Floricot Information

    Floricot is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Addison Disease. Other than this, Floricot has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Floricot. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

    While these are the most often observed Floricot side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Floricot go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    It is also important to note that Floricot has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Floricot's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

    Floricot is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Tuberculosis (TB), Infections as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Floricot have been discussed in the sections ahead.

    Besides this, Floricot may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

    In addition to the above precautions for Floricot, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



    Floricot Benefits & Uses

    Floricot is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Floricot Dosage & How to Take

    This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

    Find the right dosage based on disease and age

    Age Group Dosage
    Adult
    • Disease: Addison Disease
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 Weekly
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Addison Disease
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 Weekly
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Addison Disease
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mcg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 3 Weekly
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Infant (1 month to 2 years)
    • Disease: Addison Disease
    • Before or After Meal: Either
    • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mcg
    • Dosage Form: Tablet
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 1 daily
    • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

    Floricot Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Floricot safe for pregnant women?


      Floricot shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

      Severe
    • Is the use of Floricot safe during breastfeeding?


      Taking Floricot may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Floricot should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

      Severe
    • What is the effect of Floricot on the Kidneys?


      Floricot may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Floricot on the Liver?


      The liver can be affected by Floricot. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Floricot only after medical advice.

      Moderate
    • What is the effect of Floricot on the Heart?


      Floricot can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

      Moderate


    Severe Interaction of Floricot with Other Drugs

    Floricot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate



    Floricot Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floricot unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Floricot

    • Is this Floricot habit forming or addictive?


      No, there is no any evidence that Floricot is addictive.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      Floricot does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Floricot should be used only after doctor's advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, Floricot cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Floricot Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Floricot


      It is safe to take Floricot with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Floricot


      Information about the interaction of Floricot and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

      Unknown


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 576-577

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 290



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