Endocrinology · Synthetic mineralocorticoid
Fludrocortisone
Dose
50–200 mcg PO OD (Addison's); 100–400 mcg for orthostatic hypotension.
Use
Mineralocorticoid replacement in primary adrenal insufficiency.
Monitoring
Supine/standing BP, sodium, potassium, oedema, renin.
Side effects
- • Hypertension
- • Hypokalaemia
- • Oedema
- • Heart failure in susceptible patients
Related in WardRound
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
