Fludrocortisone is in a class of drugs called steroids. Fludrocortisone prevents the release
of substances in the body that cause inflammation.
Fludrocortisone is used to treat conditions in which the body does not produce enough of
its own steroids, such as Addison's disease, and salt-losing adrenogenital syndrome.
Fludrocortisone may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.