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Lercanidipine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Lercanidipine Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Lercanidipine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Lercanidipine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Lercanidipine
Pronunciation : ler-kah-NIH-dih-peen
ICD Code : Y52.1 Therapeutic Classification : Calcium Channel Blockers

Brand Names or Trade Names of Lercanidipine

India :

International :


Lercanil, Lercapress, Zanidip, Carbimen, Cardiovasc, Carmen, Carmen Ace, Corifeo, Evipress, Larcadip, Larcan, Lecard, Lercadip, Lercan, Lercanidipin Heumann, Lercanidipine Actavis, Lercanidipine Arrow Génériques, Lercanidipine Biogaran, Lercanidipine Bouchara Recordati, Lercanidipine Mylan, Lercanidipine Qualimed, Lercanidipine Ratiopharm, Lercanidipine Sandoz, Lercanidipine Winthrop, Lercanidipine Zydus, Lercanidipin-Hcl Al, Lercanidipin-Hcl Stada, Lercanil, Lercapin, Lercaprel, Lercapress, Lercaril, Lercaton, Lerdip, Leridip, Lerzam, Primacor, Renovia, Vasodip, Zanedip Orifarm, Zanedip, Zaneril, Zan-Extra, Zanicor, Zanidip, Zanipress, Zanipril

Why is Lercanidipine Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a calcium channel blocker, prescribed for hypertension. It works by relaxing blood vessels which lowers blood pressure.

When should Lercanidipine not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation and in patients with uncontrolled heart failure.

What is the dosage of Lercanidipine?

Adult: PO- 10 mg once daily, increase to 20 mg daily after 2 weeks if needed.

How should Lercanidipine be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth on an empty stomach.

What are the warnings and precautions for Lercanidipine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, liver and kidney diseases.

What are the side effects of Lercanidipine?

Heart- Flushing, fast heart rate, palpitation and low blood pressure.
Central Nervous System- Headache, dizziness, weakness and drowsiness.
Miscellaneous- Rash, diarrhea, increased urination and muscle pain.

What are the other precautions for Lercanidipine?

Take full course of treatment.

What are the storage conditions for Lercanidipine?

Store it at room temperature.

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