Addison's Disease — Uganda (General Adult population)
Acute Crisis
Hydrocortisone 100 mg IV 6 hourly until stable, then switch to oral. IV fluids and dextrose to maintain volume and blood sugar.
Chronic Case
Replacement treatment with Prednisolone (5-7.5 mg/day). If history of abrupt steroid cessation, restart prednisolone and slowly decrease by 2.5-5 mg per week.
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