====== Fludrocortisone ======

===== Classification =====
  * Mineralocorticoid

Parent class:
  * [[endocrine:drug_classes:corticosteroids|Corticosteroids]]

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===== Mechanism =====

Acts on renal mineralocorticoid receptors:

  * ↑ Sodium retention
  * ↑ Water retention
  * ↑ Potassium excretion

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===== Clinical Use =====

  * [[endocrine:clinical:adrenal_insufficiency|Adrenal Insufficiency]]
  * Orthostatic hypotension

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===== Clinical Pearls =====

  * Primarily volume-expanding.
  * Minimal anti-inflammatory effect.