Fludrocortisone Acetate
NDC 42291-529
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Fludrocortisone Acetate is a ANDA-approved product labeled by Avkare. Fludrocortisone is a man-made form of a natural substance (glucocorticoid) made by the body. It is supplied as a product. This product entry covers the primary NDC 42291-529 and its associated package configuration. This profile includes active and inactive ingredient UNII references and FDA labeling data.
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Fludrocortisone Acetate
Fludrocortisone, a corticosteroid, is used to help control the amount of sodium and fluids in your body. It is used to treat Addison's disease and syndromes where excessive amounts of sodium are lost in the urine. It works by decreasing the amount of sodium that is lost (excreted) in your urine. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
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Steroids
You may have heard of anabolic steroids, which can have harmful effects. But there's another type of steroid - sometimes called a corticosteroid - that treats a variety of problems. These steroids are similar to hormones that your adrenal glands make to fight stress associated with illnesses and injuries. They reduce inflammation and affect the immune system.
You may need to take corticosteroids to treat:
- Arthritis
- Asthma
- Autoimmune diseases such as lupus and multiple sclerosis
- Skin conditions such as eczema and rashes
- Some kinds of cancer
Steroids are strong medicines, and they can have side effects, including weakened bones and cataracts. Because of this, you usually take them for as short a time as possible.
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