Folinow NVP Tablet
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Violette Remedies Private Limited |
Active Ingredient | Doxylamine (20mg) + Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) (10mg) + L-Methyl Folate Calcium (1mg) + Methylcobalamin (1500mcg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | GYNAECOLOGICAL |
User Rating | 4.9 |
User Reviews | 531 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Folinow NVP?
If you miss a dose of Folinow NVP, 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.
Folinow NVP Tablet Reviews
Folinow NVP 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 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.
Folinow NVP 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.
How Folinow NVP Tablet Works
Folinow NVP 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.
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 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Folinow NVP Tablet
- In Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy: Folinow NVP 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.
Uses of Folinow NVP Tablet
- Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Folinow NVP Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Folinow NVP is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Folinow NVP is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Folinow NVP may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Folinow NVP. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Folinow NVP may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Folinow NVP is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Folinow NVP may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Folinow NVP 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 may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Quick Tips
- Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise and in hot weather. This is because Folinow NVP can decrease sweating and you may be more prone to heat stroke.
- Folinow NVP helps treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women.
- Do not take Folinow NVP with other sedating medications such as those for cough and cold as the combination could worsen dizziness leading to falls or other accidents.
References
- Drugs.com. Cyanocobalamin Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings.
- DailyMed. L- Methylfolate.
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine). Mar. 2015].