Sunday, December 19, 2010

Q: Describe 3 effects of Fludrocortisone (Florinef)?

Answer: Fludrocortisone (Florinef) acts on renal distal tubules and

Increases reabsorption of sodium (remarkably)
Increases excretion of potassium and
Increases excretion of hydrogen ions

Unfortunately it is an under utilized drug in ICU.