PediRounds

Fludrocortisone — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Fludrocortisone in children. Category: Endocrine.

Dose~0.1 mg daily (range 0.05-0.2 mg) for salt-wasting CAH
RoutePO
Frequencydaily

Clinical notes

Mineralocorticoid; monitor BP, sodium, potassium and plasma renin.

Sources

  • Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
  • The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
  • BNF for Children
  • PALS 2020 guidelines