Fludrocortisone Benefits & Uses

Fludrocortisone is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fludrocortisone 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

Fludrocortisone Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fludrocortisone is used -

Unknown

Electrolyte imbalance
Redistribution/accumulation of body fat
Bone degradation
Muscle disorders
Water Retention
Increased blood pressure
Increased Glucose level in the blood
Cataract
Skin Rash
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Fludrocortisone Related Warnings

Is the use of Fludrocortisone safe for pregnant women?

Fludrocortisone 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 Fludrocortisone safe during breastfeeding?

Fludrocortisone should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Fludrocortisone on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Fludrocortisone. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fludrocortisone on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Fludrocortisone on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Fludrocortisone with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Adalimumab

Bupropion

Moxifloxacin

Leflunomide

Moderate

Insulin Regular

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Fludrocortisone Contraindications

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

Edema
Tuberculosis (TB)
Infections
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Myasthenia Gravis
Osteoporosis
Diabetes
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Fludrocortisone

Is this Fludrocortisone habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Fludrocortisone will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Fludrocortisone should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Fludrocortisone for mental disorders.

No

Fludrocortisone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fludrocortisone

Taking Fludrocortisone with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fludrocortisone

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fludrocortisone with alcohol will be.

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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