Fludrocortisone

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Fludrocortisone is available for use via oral route in the form of tablets.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for both adults and children. The dosage for children is determined based on body weight and medical condition.

Contraindications

• Fludrocortisone is contraindicated in patients with systemic fungal infections, peptic ulcer disease, recent intestinal surgeries, diverticulitis, renal insufficiency, hypertension, heart failure, diabetes mellitus, osteoporosis, glaucoma, active tuberculosis, herpes simplex infection of the eye, and myasthenia gravis.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This medicine may interact with NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen and naproxen), diuretics (like furosemide and hydrochlorothiazide), blood thinners (such as warfarin), antidiabetic medicines (like metformin and insulin), including birth control pills (estradiol), and heart medications (digoxin).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of Fludrocortisone may result in symptoms such as high blood pressure, swelling, low potassium levels, and muscle weakness. If you observe these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.

• If you forget to take your dose of Fludrocortisone, take it as soon as you remember. But avoid doubling the dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Take the medication with food to reduce stomach upset.

• Consume a potassium-rich diet if advised by the doctor.

• Use sunscreen and protective clothing to prevent sunburn.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• Fludrocortisone may cause dizziness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel dizzy after taking this medication.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Pregnant women should use Fludrocortisone only if clearly needed as it may pass into breast milk and affect nursing infants. Consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with renal insufficiency or heart conditions should exercise caution when taking Fludrocortisone.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a balanced diet with an adequate amount of potassium-rich foods like bananas, oranges, and spinach.

• Regularly monitor your blood pressure.

• Limit your sodium intake by avoiding processed foods, as this medicine can cause the body to retain sodium.

• Stay hydrated to maintain adequate fluid levels in the body.

• Avoid activities that can cause injury due to skin thinning and easy bruising.

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