Aldocort 0.10 Tablet - (0.10mg)
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Introduction
Aldocort 0.10 belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It is used in the treatment of Addison's disease (inadequate production of natural steroid hormones by the adrenal glands) and congenital adrenal hyperplasia (a genetic condition that affects the adrenal glands). Aldocort 0.10 should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting a stomach upset. Your doctor will decide the dose and how often you should take them. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop taking the medicine even if you feel better unless the doctor tell you so. Use of this medicine may cause few common side effects such as behavioral changes, weight gain, bone disorder, and skin thinning. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects bother you. If this medicine is used for a long time, you may have to get regular tests to check your bone density. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys or liver. This medicine can also make it harder for you to fight off infections. Tell your doctor if you have any signs of infection such as fever or sore throat. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should let your doctor know before using the medicine.
Uses of Aldocort 0.10
- Addison's disease
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Side effects of Aldocort 0.10
Common
- Behavioural changes
- Weight gain
- Bone disorder
- Thinning of skin
- Altered blood sugar level
- Mood changes
- Upset stomach
How to use Aldocort 0.10
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aldocort 0.10 is to be taken with food.
How Aldocort 0.10 works
Aldocort 0.10 is a steroid medicine. It works by decreasing the amount of sodium that is removed through urine.
What if you forget to take Aldocort 0.10?
If you miss a dose of Aldocort 0.10, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
- Aldocort 0.10 is used for the treatment of addison’s disease (Inadequate production of natural steroid hormones by the adrenal glands).
- It is also effective in correcting electrolyte imbalances associated with Addison's disease.
- Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the levels of electrolytes (such as sodium) in your blood while you are taking this medicine.
- Regularly monitor your blood pressure, your salt intake in foods, and your weight. Inform your doctor if you notice any changes.
- Let your doctor know you're on this medicine before you receive any vaccines.
- It can re-activate any old infections you may have. Inform your doctor if you have or had hepatitis B, C, or tuberculosis.
- Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor first.
Brief Description
Indication
Primary and secondary adrenocortical insufficiency in Addison disease, Salt-Losing Forms of Congenital Adrenogenital Syndrome
Adult Dose
Oral Adult: Primary adrenocortical insufficiency Adrenocortical Insufficiency/Addison Disease Primary and secondary adrenocortical insufficiency in Addison disease Usual, 0.1 mg/day PO; range, 0.1 mg PO 3 times weekly to 0.2 mg/day PO If hypertension occurs: 0.05 mg/day PO Salt-Losing Forms of Congenital Adrenogenital Syndrome 0.1-0.2 mg/day PO
Child Dose
Not FDA-approved for use in children
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Hyperalbuminaemia; hypertension, systemic fungal infections.
Mode of Action
Potent mineralocorticoid with high glucocorticoid activity; Fludrocortisone promotes increased reabsorption of sodium and excretion of potassium from renal distal tubules
Precaution
Use with caution in diabetes mellitus, hypertension, hypothyroidism, electrolyte abnormalities, sodium and water retention, infections, immunizations, ocular herpes simplex, myasthenia gravis, peptic ulcer disease, psychosis, renal insufficiency. Prolonged corticosteroid use may result in elevated intraocular pressure, glaucoma, or cataracts and has been associated with development of Kaposi sarcoma Lactation: Unknown whether drug is excreted in milk; use with caution
Side Effect
Acne, hypertension, sodium and water retention, potassium loss, dizziness, itching, skin rash, headache, convulsions, CHF, muscle weakness, hyperglycaemia, HPA and growth suppression, peptic ulcer, cataracts, raised intraocular pressure and reduced visual acuity. Insomnia, Menstrual irregularity, Myopathy, Neuritis, Osteoporosis
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy category: C Lactation: Unknown whether drug is excreted in milk; use with caution
Interaction
May decrease salicylate levels. Anticholinesterase effects are antagonised. Decreased effects with rifampin, barbiturates, hydantoins and phenytoin. Oral contraceptives or ritonavir may increase the plasma concentrations of fludrocortisone. Increased potassium loss with potassium-depleting drugs e.g. thiazides, furosemide or amphotericin B. Increased risk of GI bleeding or ulceration with NSAIDs. May alter efficacy of anticoagulants when used concurrently.
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