Addisons drug : Fludrocortisole

Fludrocortisone adverse affects

Seizures Circulatory collapse Embolism Can cause a negative nitrogen Anaphylaxis

Decreased Fludrocortisone reactions with

Barbituates and phenytoin

fludrocortisone used to treat?

Addison's Adrenal insufficiency

Fludrocortisone side effects

Can cause a negative nitrogen balance Flushing Sweating Headache Dizziness Hypertension Tachycardia Weight gain Hyperglycemia Hypokalemia

Who should not take fludrocoritsone

Children <2 Anyone with hypersensitivity

Fludrocortisone interactions with Na

Increased BP with sodium containing foods or medications

Fludrocortisone Nursing interventions

Monitor Daily weight Monitor I&O Assess closely for edema Assess VS every 4 hours Monitor electrolytes for imbalance Give with food or milk to decrease GI symptoms or give with anti ulcer meds

Fludrocortisone pt education

Notify physician if weight gain > 5 pounds in one week Notify physician if chest pain occurs Do not stop medication abruptly. Avoid exposure to disease, supresses immune response

How is fludrocortisone administered

PO

Fludrocortisone

Promotes increased reabsorption of sodium and loss of potassium, water, hydrogen from distal renal tubules. Aldosterone causes the retention of sodium and water. Advantages/Disadvantages Side Effects Ad

Fludrocortisone drug class

mineralocorticoid