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Low Blood Pressure Treatment

Health Encyclopedia: Acute Adrenal Crisis

Alternative Names

Adrenal crisis; Addisonian crisis; Acute adrenal insufficiency


Treatment

In adrenal crisis, an intravenous or intramuscular injection of hydrocortisone (an injectable corticosteroid) must be given immediately. Supportive treatment of low blood pressure with intravenous fluids is usually necessary. Hospitalization is required for adequate treatment and monitoring. If infection is the cause of the crisis, antibiotic therapy may be needed.


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