Courtineff

plant Polfa (Poland), Polfa (Poland), Polfa, Elfa SA (Poland)
International name Fludrocortisone

Cortineff is a drug that belongs to the group of drugs with glucocorticosteroid activity. It is produced by several pharmaceutical factories in Poland, including the Pabianicki Pharmaceutical Factory of Polf and Elf SA.

The active ingredient of the drug is fludrocortisone, which is actively used both in ophthalmological practice and in the treatment of various diseases associated with adrenal insufficiency and adrenogenital syndrome. In addition, Cortineff can be used to treat keratitis, allergic diseases and eye injuries.

However, before using Cortineff, you need to familiarize yourself with its contraindications and side effects. The drug is not recommended for hypersensitivity to its components, as well as for heart failure, hypertension, hyper- and hypothyroidism, osteoporosis, liver and kidney dysfunction, systemic and local mycoses, herpes, chronic infections, diabetes, peptic ulcers, diverticulitis, mental disorders, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Possible side effects of Cortineff include adrenal insufficiency, myasthenia gravis, gastrointestinal erosions, increased glucose levels, hyperkalemia, hypertension, headache, dizziness, euphoria, emotional lability, increased intraocular pressure (orally, locally), cataract formation (topically), menstrual irregularities , growth retardation in children, edema.

In addition, Cortineff's interactions with other medications may significantly affect its effectiveness and safety. For example, the drug may increase the effectiveness and toxicity of systemic glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids, as well as increase the likelihood of side effects when prescribing cardiac glycosides, drugs that cause hypokalemia and sodium-containing drugs.

In case of an overdose of Cortineff, serious symptoms may occur, such as arrhythmia, hypokalemia, hypertensive crisis, edema, and weight gain. In such cases, you should immediately stop taking the drug and consult a doctor.

Overall, Cortineff is an effective drug that can help treat a variety of diseases. However, before using it, you must consult your doctor and read the instructions for use in order to avoid possible side effects and complications.