Lercanidipine



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Lercanidipine Information



Lercanidipine Benefits & Uses

Lercanidipine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Lercanidipine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may be increased to 20 mg depending on the individual patient's response
Geriatric
  • Disease: High Blood Pressure
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Dose may be increased to 20 mg depending on the individual patient's response


Lercanidipine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lercanidipine is used -

Moderate

  • Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
  • Edema

Mild

Lercanidipine Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lercanidipine safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Lercanidipine will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Lercanidipine safe during breastfeeding?


    Lercanidipine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Lercanidipine on the Kidneys?


    No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Lercanidipine on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Lercanidipine will cause side effects on kidney or not.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Lercanidipine on the Liver?


    So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Lercanidipine on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Lercanidipine will affect the liver or not.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Lercanidipine on the Heart?


    Side effects of Lercanidipine rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Lercanidipine with Other Drugs

Lercanidipine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Lercanidipine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lercanidipine unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Lercanidipine

  • Is this Lercanidipine habit forming or addictive?


    Lercanidipine is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lercanidipine can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Lercanidipine only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Lercanidipine is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Lercanidipine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lercanidipine


    Lercanidipine may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lercanidipine


    Consumption of alcohol and Lercanidipine together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 550

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Zanidip® (lercanidipine hydrochloride)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lercan® (lercanidipine hydrochloride)

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