Fludrocortisone Acetate (Generic) Tablets, 0.1-mg

Name: Fludrocortisone Acetate (Generic) Tablets, 0.1-mg
Brand: Fludrocortisone
SKU: 295731
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Fludrocortisone Acetate is a medication prescribed to treat Addison's Disease (hypoadrenocorticism). It works with the help of a mineralocorticoid that acts on the kidney to help balance the amounts of sodium and potassium in the body. This medication may also be used to lower elevated levels of potassium in the blood. Customers may receive this drug under the name Florinef.

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Specifications

Item Number	295731
Common Brand Name(s)	Florinef
For Use With	Dogs & Cats
Generic Name	Fludrocortisone Acetate
Administration Form	Oral
Product Form	Tablet
Health Condition	Addison's Disease
Drug Type	Hormone

Uses

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.

Possible Side Effects

Possible side effects include insomnia; nausea, vomiting or stomach upset; fatigue; muscle weakness or joint pain; problems with diabetes control; or increased hunger or thirst. If you notice these symptoms, contact your veterinarian, but do not discontinue use unless instructed. Rare side effects include thinning of the skin, cataracts, glaucoma, behavior changes; these typically occur when taking higher doses of the drug. Talk to your vet about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to your pet.

Drug & Food Interactions

Corticosteroids are not for use in animals with systemic fungal infections and in those with a history of possible or known allergies to these agents.

Precautions

Do not give Fludrocortisone to animals who have a serious bacterial, viral or fungal infection because this drug weakens the immune response and its ability to fight infections. Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney or liver disease, heart disease, stomach ulcers, hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus or any other medical conditions. Also, tell your vet if the pet is pregnant or lactating.

Disclaimers

This drug is FDA-approved for human use. However, it is common practice for veterinarians to prescribe such drugs for use in dogs and cats.

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FAQ

What is Fludrocortisone Acetate?

Fludrocortisone Acetate is used to treat Addison's Disease (hypoadrenocorticism). It may also be used to lower the potassium level in animals with high levels of potassium in their blood.

What are the benefits of Fludrocortisone Acetate?

Easy to administer.
Treats Addison's Disease.

How does this medication work?

A mineralocorticoid, similar in action to aldosterone, which acts on the kidney to help balance the concentration of sodium and potassium in your pet's body.