Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection

Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is a combination medicine used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water). It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body. 

Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is a combination of four drugs: Sodium lactate, Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride, and Calcium chloride. Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection helps replace the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps in treating and preventing dehydration.

Take Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection as prescribed. You are advised to take Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection for as long as your doctor has prescribed, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as mild nausea and vomiting. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Let your doctor know if you are allergic to any of the contents. Do not take Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection should be given to children only if advised by the doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection consists of Sodium lactate, Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride, and Calcium chloride. Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection is used to treat or prevent dehydration (too much loss of body water). It is indicated as a source of electrolytes, water, and calories. Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection helps replace the fluids and minerals lost due to vomiting or diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat and prevent dehydration.

• Nausea
• Vomiting

Do not take Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have hyperkalaemia, hyperglycaemia, hypernatremia, hypochloraemia, fluid overload, and refeeding syndrome. Consult your doctor before taking Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection should be given to children only if prescribed by a doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you take to rule out any side effects/interactions. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection may interact with anti-psychotics (lithium).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection may interact with hyperkalaemia (high potassium levels in the blood) and hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar levels).

• LITHIUM

• If you are unable to drink large volumes of fluids, try drinking small sips frequently.
• Regularly drink fluids to prevent dehydration.
• Consume foods rich in water content, such as watermelon, cucumber, tomatoes, broccoli, spinach, oranges, Brussels sprouts, apples, etc.
• Drink electrolyte-containing drinks, such as sports drinks.
• You can also try popsicles made of fruit juices.
• Coconut water is readily absorbed into the body and relieves dehydration.
• Consumption of clear soups and nutritious broths can also be helpful.

• The intravenous form of Otsuka RL Flexidrip Injection should not be administered simultaneously with blood products as it might cause haemolysis. 
• Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels, electrolyte levels, and acid-base balance are advised.

Dehydration: Dehydration is the loss of body fluids. It could occur due to inadequate fluid intake, illness, sweating, excess urination, diarrhoea, or vomiting. A sufficient amount of fluids, electrolytes and minerals are necessary for the normal functioning of the body.