Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets Description
Flora L Od Tablet is used to prevent nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It is a combination medicine containing doxylamine, pyridoxine (vitamin B6) and folic acid (vitamin B9) as its active ingred
ients. It is a combination of antiemetic and vitamin B6 and B9. It helps alleviate the symptoms of morning sickness. Take this Tablet on an empty stomach for better results. Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy are known as morning sickness and affect most pregnant women. This is usually one of the first symptoms of pregnancy. It’s caused by a combination of physical changes in the body such as increased fatigue, sensitivity to smell, hormonal changes and increased acid in the stomach. Flora L Od Tablet should be taken as directed by the doctor. It should be taken regularly for optimal results.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹31.73 |
You Save | ₹4.33 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Vitamin B6 / Pyridoxine(20.0 Mg) + Vitamin B9 / Folic Acid / Folate(5.0 Mg) + Doxylamine(20.0 Mg) |
Uses | Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy |
Side effects | Excess sleepiness, constipation |
Therapy | PREGNANCY CARE |
Uses of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
Contraindications of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
- If you are allergic to pyridoxine, doxylamine, folic acid or any other ingredients of Flora L Od Tablet.
- If you are consuming medicines such as such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) to treat depression
- If you have any liver diseases
- If you are alcoholic
- If you are under 18 years of age
Side effects of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Excess sleepiness
- Vertigo
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach pain
- Rashes
- Blurred vision
Precautions and Warnings of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have asthma or glaucoma, this tablet should be avoided
- You have stomach ulcer or any obstruction in intestine or urinary bladder
- Avoid driving, and handling any machinery as after taking Flora L Od Tablet you may feel excessively sleepy or drowsy
Mode of Action of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
- Flora L Od Tablet contains pyridoxine, doxylamine, and folic acid.
- Doxylamine is an antihistaminic. It blocks the natural substances in the body and responsible for nausea and vomiting.
- Pyridoxine, also is known as vitamin B6, is a crucial component for various reactions and acts as a coenzyme in the body. Sometimes deficiency of pyridoxine may cause nausea and vomiting during pregnancy....
- Folic acid is one of the essential vitamins that play a vital role in DNA synthesis and synthesis of amino acids. It is crucial for cell division and the development of blood cells. It is essential for the development of the brain and spinal cord of a growing baby....
Directions for Use of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Take Flora L Od Tablet as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, without eating a meal, preferably on an empty stomach
- You should take this medicine regularly without fail as directed by your doctor
- You should not consume it more than the prescribed dose
- Do not discontinue this tablet without consulting your doctor
Interactions of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Flora L Od Tablet may interact with other medicines and create an altered response. Please tell your doctor if you are using any other medicines, over-the-counter medicines (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations....
- Medicine used to treat psychotic disorders such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), barbiturates and opioid pain killers can worsen the side effects of Flora L Od Tablet.
- Avoid taking this Tablet if you are taking sleeping pills.
- Pyridoxine present in Flora L Od tablets can reduce the effects of Levodopa, Phenobarb and Phenytoin.
Interactions with food items
Storage and disposal of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Store Flora L Od Tablet below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat
- Keep Flora L Od Tablet away from children and pets
- You should not flush this medicine in the toilet or pour it into the drain. You need to properly discard this medicine when it is expired or no longer needed
Dosage of Flora L Od Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
- If you missed any dose of Flora L Od Tablet, take it as soon as you remember
- If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule
- Do not take a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one
- Do not stop taking this Tablet without consulting your doctor
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When to take Flora L Od Tablet?
Q: Is Flora L Od safe during pregnancy?
Q: What is Flora L Od used for?
Q: Can Flora L Od be taken empty stomach?
Q: Can I take 2 Flora L Od tablets in one day?
Q: Does Flora L Od make you sleepy?
Q: Is it necessary to take Flora L Od during pregnancy?
Q: Is Flora L Od is an antibiotic?
Q: Any lifestyle tips that might help me control my morning sickness?
- Moving too quickly or suddenly can trigger nausea right when you wake up hence taking time to get up.
- Take out time to relax and follow a stress management routine, as stress can affect your morning sickness.
- An empty stomach can trigger nausea, hence snack frequently with small meals throughout the day.
- Avoid spicy, acidic, and greasy foods as much as possible. Include food rich in protein and carbohydrates instead of fats.
- These can help you fight nausea.
References
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- Dailymed - DICLEGIS- doxylamine succinate and pyridoxine hydrochloride tablet, delayed release [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
- Flora L Od tablet [Internet]. Flora L Od.com.2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
- Doxylamine and Pyridoxine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]
- Folate - Fact Sheet for Consumers [Internet]. Nccih.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 5 May 2022]