No number, by itself, makes it true.
A dozen makes 12
what makes a line of symmetry is that it has to be shared equel.That is what makes a line of symmetry.
Makes 2 + 2 makes 4
142 plus 1 makes 143
Florinef
Fludrocortisone
Most potent mineralocorticoid is fludrocortisone
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It is used to treat Addison's disease or certain low blood pressure situations.
Hydrocortisone & fludrocortisone. Both replacements for the body's natural cortisone production.
Patients with Addison's disease will need to take a steroid preparation (hydrocortisone) and a replacement for aldosterone (fludrocortisone) by mouth for the rest of their lives
prednisone, dexamethasone, hydrocortisone, methylprednisolone, prednisolone, prelone, cortisone, fludrocortisone there are many others, these are just a few. I advise looking in a PDR or online at a drug resource if you are interested in seeing others.
No, I am unaware of any alternative medicine that would take the place of the current one you are taking. Fludrocortisone (Florinef) is a type of steroidal product, but unlike glucocorticoids (prednisone), fludrocortisone is a mineralcorticoid. This product has been used for decades, and I have not seen any research being done to replace it. As far as the weight gain, probably much from water retention, it may be good to avoid excess sodium in the diet which could worsen this. Try to keep sodium to less than 1000 to 1500 mg daily to 1.5 grams daily. It will be necessary to carefully read all food nutrition labels until you become familiar with high-sodium foods. Hint: this includes many soups, cheese, ketchup, and prepared frozen dinners.
One of the most commonly prescribed medications for treating orthostatic hypotension is fludrocortisone acetate.
The word 'fludrocort' doesn't exist. Actually, it does. In pharmaspeak that is. It's short for fludrocortisone. It has several uses but mainly it controls the fluid/sodium balance in the body. A lot of elderly patients take it. It is also used to treat Addison's Disease (adrenal insufficiency).
.drug treatment includes fludrocortisone, indomethacin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, beta blockers, central stimulants, and other medications. a liberal salt diet. Occasionally, a pacemaker, gastrostomy, or tracheostomy may be needed.