DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Synthetic mineralocorticoid.
Half-lifeThis section has been translated automatically.
1 h or 4,8 h (metabolites).
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IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Adrenogenital syndrome, Addison's disease, adrenocortical insufficiency.
Limited indicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Pregnancy, heart failure.
Dosage and method of useThis section has been translated automatically.
0.05-0.2 mg/day, simultaneously glucocorticoid substitution adapted to the daily rhythm, e.g. 15-30 mg hydrocortisone.
Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.
Systemic application: headache, dizziness, edema, heart failure, metabolic alkalosis, hypokalemia, sodium retention, arthralgias, allergic skin reactions.
InteractionsThis section has been translated automatically.
Laxatives, saluretics and thiazide diuretics lead to increased hypokalemia.
ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.
Advanced atherosclerosis, hypertension.
PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.
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