Floricot Tablet
Fludrocortisone (100mcg)
by Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Floricot Tablet 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). Floricot Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an stomach upset. To get maximum benefit of the medicine, take it regularly and at the fixed time of each day. Do not discontinue taking the medication without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms. Floricot Tablet may cause few common side effects such as stomach upset or reduction of your bone density. Taking Floricot Tablet 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.
Uses
- Addison's disease
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
Benefits
In addison's disease
Addison's disease, also called adrenal insufficiency, is an uncommon disorder that occurs when your body doesn't produce enough of some very essential hormones required for various body functions. If your body isn't producing enough of such hormones, Floricot Tablet helps to replace the shortage. This may help your body to perform necessary functions, such as retaining enough salt to function well. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit.
How it works
Floricot Tablet is a steroid medicine. It works by decreasing the amount of sodium that is removed through urine.
How to use
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. Floricot Tablet is to be taken with food.
Common side effects
- Reduction in bone density
Safety advice
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Floricot Tablet.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Floricot Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Floricot Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingUNSAFE
- Floricot Tablet may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Floricot Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Floricot Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Floricot Tablet, 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 facts
- Chemical Class
- Mineralocorticoids
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Hormones
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
- Salt composition
- Fludrocortisone (100mcg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.