Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection
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Product introduction
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is a combination medicine used in short term fluid replacement after trauma. It replenishes the salt and electrolyte levels in the body.
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
The medicine is generally safe with no common side effects. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have diabetes or kidney disease. Tell your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Your doctor also needs to know what other medicines you are taking as there are many which interact with this medicine and affect the way it works. You may be asked for regular monitoring of changes in fluid balance, electrolyte concentrations, and acid-base balance during the treatment.
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and the severity of your condition. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.
The medicine is generally safe with no common side effects. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have diabetes or kidney disease. Tell your doctor about pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Your doctor also needs to know what other medicines you are taking as there are many which interact with this medicine and affect the way it works. You may be asked for regular monitoring of changes in fluid balance, electrolyte concentrations, and acid-base balance during the treatment.
Uses of Otsuka Injection
- Short term fluid replacement after trauma
Benefits of Otsuka Injection
In Short term fluid replacement after trauma
Appropriate fluid replacement is very essential to restore normal brain activity and other vital functions of the body to promote healing as well as speedy recovery. Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection helps restore this fluid and electrolyte imbalance and aids in improving the overall health of the patient. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.
Side effects of Otsuka Injection
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 Otsuka
- No common side effects seen
How to use Otsuka Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Otsuka Injection works
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is a combination of four medicines: Sodium Chloride, Sodium Lactate, Potassium Chloride and Calcium Chloride, which replenishes the salt and electrolyte levels in the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
CAUTION
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is used to provide your body with extra water and electrolytes (salt). It is used when a patient is not able to drink enough liquids or when additional fluids are needed after any surgery or trauma.
- It should be used with caution in patients with diabetes, peripheral edema (swelling in the arms, feet, or legs), or pulmonary edema (when fluids build up in the lungs).
- Your blood pressure will be monitored regularly while taking Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Patient concerns
FAQs
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection?
Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
What is the use of Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection?
Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is a source of electrolytes and water. It is used to treat dehydration.
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- DailyMed. sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Ringer Lactate Infusion. Thetford, Norfolk: Baxter Healthcare Ltd.; 2001 [revised Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Otsuka Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 416 jmd pacific square part-, sector 15 part 2, sector 15, gurugram, haryana 122001
Country of origin: India
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