Uses of FLORA-L TABLET
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Medicinal Benefits
FLORA-L TABLET contains a class of medicines known as ‘gastrointestinal agents,’ containing. gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (reflux of gastric contents into the esophagus). It is basically a gastroprokinetic agent that increases gastrointestinal motility. It works by increasing the release of certain chemicals (acetylcholine); which helps to improve the movement of food inside the intestine. Thus, there is increased gastric emptying of both liquid and solid from the intestine.

Directions for Use
The tablet form of FLORA-L TABLET should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or crush the tablet. Depending on your medical condition, your doctor will decide how long you need to take FLORA-L TABLET.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of FLORA-L TABLET
Dizziness
Headache
Diarrhea
Nausea
Dry mouth
Abdominal pain and cramps
Sleeplessness
Loss of appetite
Unusual tiredness and weakness

In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings

Do not take FLORA -L TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking FLORA-L TABLET if you have a stomach or intestine tumor, liver disease. Do not take FLORA- L TABLET if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as its safety and efficacy are not yet established. FLORA-L TABLET may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so drive only if you are alert. FLORA-L TABLET should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol and grapefruit juice along with FLORA- L TABLET as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate stomach acid production. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects. FLORA-L TABLET should be taken with caution in elderly patients as they are more prone to adverse effects of FLORA- L TABLET, so that dose adjustment might be required. If you have gastrointestinal bleeding, please do not take FLORA-L TABLET as it might increase your bleeding and lead to bloody or coffee-colored stools.

Drug-Drug Interactions:

FLORA -L TABLET may have interaction with antibiotics (erythromycin), anti-fungal (ketoconazole), anti-malarial (quinine), heart medicines (amiodarone, sotalol), anti-psychotic (haloperidol), antihistamine (terfenadine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid smoking, grapefruit juice and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.
Drug-Disease Interactions: FLORA-L TABLET may have interactions with liver, kidney or heart disorders, respiratory disorders (hypercapnia (too much carbon-di-oxide in the bloodstream) and hypoxemia (low level of oxygen in bloodstream)), gastrointestinal bleeding, any obstruction in the intestine, stomach or intestine tumor.