Lercanidipine Medication Information

Get detailed information on Lercanidipine, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Lercanidipine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Lercanidipine

Pronunciation : ler-kah-NIH-dih-peen

ICD Code : Y52.1 Therapeutic Classification : Calcium Channel Blockers

Trade Names/Brand Names of Lercanidipine

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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.

Learn more about Lercanidipine : Interaction with Foods, Herbs & Alcohol

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