Folinow NVP Tablet is a prescription medicine that has a combination of medicines that is used to treat nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It helps in controlling the feeling of nausea and vomiting. It replenishes the body with essential nutrients.

Folinow NVP Tablet has all active forms of vitamins which help in preventing neural tube defects, pregnancy-related anemia and associated complications of pregnancy due to elevated homocysteine levels. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Check the label before use.

The most common side effects of this medicine include dryness in the mouth, constipation, lightheadedness, and drowsiness. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, you should speak to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.

Do not take this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine or have any known allergy from this medicine. If you have symptoms such as nausea or vomiting or any other symptoms which you think can be due to this medicine, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any other disease.

Uses of Folinow NVP Tablet

Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Benefits of Folinow NVP Tablet

In Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Folinow NVP Tablet helps you cope up with nausea or vomiting that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy. It also helps restore health and vitality. It works by blocking certain chemicals in the body that makes you feel sick during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using.

Side effects of Folinow NVP Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Folinow NVP

Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Lightheadedness
Drowsiness

How to use Folinow NVP Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Folinow NVP Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Folinow NVP Tablet works

Folinow NVP Tablet is a combination of four medicines: Doxylamine, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), L-Methyl Folate Calcium and Methylcobalamin which treat nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy. Doxylamine is an antihistamine which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby controlling nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is a form of vitamin B which possesses anti-nausea properties. L-Methyl Folate Calcium and Methylcobalamin provide essential nutrients.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Folinow NVP Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Folinow NVP Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Folinow NVP Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Folinow NVP Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Folinow NVP Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Folinow NVP Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Folinow NVP Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Folinow NVP Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Folinow NVP Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Folinow NVP Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Folinow NVP Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Folinow NVP Tablet helps treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women.
Do not take Folinow NVP Tablet with other sedating medications such as those for cough and cold as the combination could worsen dizziness leading to falls or other accidents.
Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. This is because Folinow NVP Tablet can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.

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Patient concerns

Not eating. Vomiting wt we do.

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Avoiding fluids including tea and water right early in the morning will help. Ginger also helps with the nausea and vomiting of pregnancy.

She miss her period since last 12 days & upt is postitive . Patient having abdominal pain , vomiting , nausea , weakness , fainting .

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

These are the normal symptoms of pregnancy. She can take treatment for nausea and vomiting after consulting a Gynae

I am in the first month of pregnancy and I am experiencing nausea, vomiting, stomach pain (moderate to severe) as well as discomfort. Current medications is Susten SR 200 (OD), Duvadilan retard (OD), Doxinate (BD), Folverine D (OD), Fertigyn 500 (1 amp weekly) and aciloc 150 (BD). What should I do to ease my situation. Please suggest

Dr. Suman Rao

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The med suggested are to support of pregnancy and for acidity and nausea and vomiting. Continue the same. You can upgrade the med for vomiting after consulting your

I m in 5th week of pregnancy feeling dizziness n nausea several times of a day is it normal or take any precautions or medicine

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hi PATIENT on your good news! Yes nausea and mild vomiting and dizziness is common in early pregnancy. Please maintain a good hydration. Take plenty of fluids during the day. If vomiting is too much you must see a doctor. All the best.

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References

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