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Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection


Introduction of Otsuka Injection

Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection is a combination medicine used as short term fluid replacement after trauma. It works by restoring blood plasma lost due to severe bleeding.

Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection is a combination of two medicines: Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection1 and Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection2.

Uses of Otsuka Injection

  • Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Benefits of Otsuka Injection

In Short term fluid replacement after trauma

Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection protects the patient from dehydration and electrolyte imbalance after any trauma or injury. 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.

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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Otsuka DNS 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 DNS Flexidrip Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Caution should be advised in patients with renal impairment.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Otsuka DNS 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.
Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection
₹77.12/Injection
Amanta DNS Steriport Injection
Amanta Healthcare Ltd
₹85.4/injection
11% costlier
Biosynergy DNS Injection
Biosynergy Lifecare (P) Ltd
₹42.79/injection
45% cheaper
₹34.28/injection
56% cheaper

Quick tips

Otsuka Injection

  • Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection is used to provide your body with extra water and carbohydrates (calories from sugar). 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, hypokalemia (low potassium), peripheral edema (swelling in the arms, feet, or legs)
    or pulmonary edema (when fluids build up in the lungs).
  • Your blood sugar level will be monitored regularly while taking Otsuka DNS Flexidrip Injection.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED

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References

  1. DailyMed. Dextrose + Sodium Chloride. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Dextrose + Sodium Chloride. Deerfield, Illinois: Baxter Healthcare Corporation; 2006. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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

MRP
77.12
Inclusive of all taxes
500.0 ml in 1 bottle
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