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Lercanidipine - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Information about Lercanidipine

Generic Name : Lercanidipine
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Lercanidipine are provided here.

Pronunciation : ler-kah-NIH-dih-peen

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Lercanidipine, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


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

Trade Names/Brand 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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