Description
Lotensyl, Lercanidipine
Lotensyl 10 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of high blood pressure. Patients are advised to follow a strict exercise and diet regimen along with this medicine to get the best possible effect. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Lotensyl 10 mg Tablet
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fast heartbeat
- Swelling of hands and feet
- Redness of skin
- Chest pain
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Muscle pain
- Tiredness and weakness
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established. -
Duration of effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established. -
Safe with alcohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects such as lightheadedness, dizziness, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine. -
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported. -
Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of fetal harm. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition. -
Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to lercanidipine, other dihydropyridines, or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Severe renal impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of severe renal impairment (GFR < 30 ml/min) due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of severe liver function impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Unstable angina
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of unstable angina since it may worsen the patient’s condition.
Congestive Heart Failure
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with an untreated congestive heart failure since it may worsen the patient’s condition.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women due to the increased risk of fetal harm. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.
General warnings
Mild to moderate liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver function impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects including a very low blood pressure. Close monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Driving and Operating machines
This medicine may cause symptoms such as dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you experience dizziness while taking this medicine.
Mild to moderate renal impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of renal function impairment due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of blood pressure is recommended for such patients. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Angina pectoris
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of angina pectoris. This risk is especially higher in patients with heart diseases and especially at the beginning of therapy. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Dosage
Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects such as lightheadedness, dizziness, etc. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.
Interaction with Medicine
Metoprolol
Cyclosporine
YP3A4 inhibitors
Cimetidine
CYP3A4 inducers
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Consumption of grapefruit juice is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. These side effects may include dizziness, headache, swelling of hands and feet, fainting, etc.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
General Instructions
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised. Inform the doctor immediately if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
