Lotensyl 20 Tablet (Lercanidipine 20mg)

Description

Lotensyl 20 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 20 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

Uses of Lotensyl 20 mg Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Hypertension
This medicine is used to reduce high blood pressure caused by genetic and/or environmental factors.

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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.

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.