Addison's Disease
Addison’s disease is a rare, long-term condition in which the body does not produce enough of certain hormones. It can often be managed with treatment.
Key points
- Addison’s disease may cause extreme tiredness and darkened areas of skin.
- The adrenal glands above the kidneys do not make enough of these hormones.
Medicines listed for Addison’s Disease
Florinef contains fludrocortisone acetate (Fludrocortisone Acetate), a hormone replacement that the adrenal glands normally produce. It is taken as a tablet.