Fludrocortisone (Fludrocortisone Acetate) - Summary

SUMMARY

FLUDROCORTISONE ACETATE TABLETS, USP

Fludrocortisone Acetate Tablets, USP contains fludrocortisone acetate, a synthetic adrenocortical steroid possessing very potent mineralocorticoid properties and high glucocorticoid activity; it is used only for its mineralocorticoid effects.

Fludrocortisone Acetate Tablets are indicated as partial replacement therapy for primary and secondary adrenocortical insufficiency in Addison's disease and for the treatment of salt-losing adrenogenital syndrome.

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Media Articles Related to Fludrocortisone

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Published Studies Related to Fludrocortisone

Nonpharmacological treatment, fludrocortisone, and domperidone for orthostatic hypotension in Parkinson's disease. [2007.08.15]

Nonpharmacological treatment, fludrocortisone, and domperidone for orthostatic hypotension in Parkinson's disease. [2007.06.07]

The Second Prevention of Syncope Trial (POST II)--a randomized clinical trial of fludrocortisone for the prevention of neurally mediated syncope: rationale and study design. [2006.06]

A randomized controlled trial of fludrocortisone for the treatment of hyperkalemia in hemodialysis patients. [2006.05]

Effectiveness of fludrocortisone and salt in preventing syncope recurrence in children: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial. [2005.02.15]

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Clinical Trials Related to Fludrocortisone

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Activated Protein C and Corticosteroids for Human Septic Shock [Recruiting]

Clinical Trial for the Prevention of Vasovagal Syncope [Recruiting]

Combination of Corticotherapy and Intensive Insulin Therapy for Septic Shock [Recruiting]

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