How Lotensyl 10 Mg
(Lercanidipine) Works?
Lotensyl 10 mg has an
active ingredient, Lercanidipine, a calcium channel blocker. It basically
blocks the action of calcium on the heart and blood vessels which lowers the
blood pressure, abnormally fast heartbeat and reduces strain on the heart
following a heart attack.
Before You Use Lotensyl 10 Mg (Lercanidipine):
Make sure that:
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You are not allergic to Lercanidipine
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You do not take alcohol
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Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-
existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)
What Should You Avoid While Taking Lotensyl 10 Mg
(Lercanidipine)?
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You should avoid taking alcohol
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You should avoid Driving as it may cause Dizziness
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You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions
When Not To Use Lotensyl 10 Mg (Lercanidipine)?
You should not take
Lotensyl 10 mg if you:
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Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
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Have Severe Liver/Kidney Ailments
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Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding
Tell Your Doctor If You:
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Have Allergy To The Tablet
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Have Diabetes
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Have any Kidney/Liver Disease
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Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
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Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
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Are Breastfeeding
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Always talk to your doctor if your heart conditions
(Palpitation, Faster Heart Beats, etc) persist even after treatment.
Dosage:
Lotensyl 10 mg contains
an active ingredient, Lercanidipine, which is used in the treatment of
Hypertension, Chest Pain. It is available in various strengths and substitutes
and should be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for
duration of dosage and frequency as age and severity of the disease differ from
person to person.
Adults are advised to
take Lotensyl 10 mg at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. Try
to take it regularly by time for better effects.
How Much Of The Lotensyl 10 Mg (Lercanidipine) to Be Used?
Lotensyl 10 mg is
available in various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy,
drugstores, and medical supply stores. Patients are always advised to follow
their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Lotensyl 10 mg.
How To Take The Lotensyl 10 Mg (Lercanidipine)?
Lotensyl 10 mg dose
should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must swallow
the tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush it. It is better to take
it 10-30 min before Breakfast. Lotensyl 10 mg is preferably taken
regularly on time as directed by your physician.
For How Long Should You Continue Using Lotensyl 10 Mg
(Lercanidipine)?
You are always advised to
take Lotensyl 10 mg as prescribed by your doctor. Do not start/stop using this
medicine yourself even you are feeling better. You are not advised to take it
in larger amount or for a longer time than recommended.
Overdose?
Contact your doctor
immediately if you suspect an Overdose.
Missed Dose?
You should try to take
every dose of Lotensyl 10 mg at a fixed time. A missed dose of Lotensyl 10 mg
should be taken as soon as you remember. Just skip the dose if it is the time
for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.
What Are The Side Effects Of The Lotensyl 10 Mg (Lercanidipine)?
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Stomach Pain
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Dizziness/Lightheadedness
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Flushing
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Difficulty or Painful Urination
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Fast Heartbeats
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Back Pain
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Edema
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Weakness/Swelling in Arms, Hands, Legs or Feet
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Palpitation
What Are The Common Drug Interactions?
Few medicines have been
reported to interact with Lotensyl 10 mg. It can produce some adverse effects
or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if
you are on other medication or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the
following medicines:
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Alcohol
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Carbamazepine
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Cimetidine
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Erythromycin
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Phenytoin
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Quinidine
Warning And Precaution:
Lotensyl 10 mg can worsen
the conditions like:
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Impaired Liver/Kidney Function
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It should be given cautiously in Pregnant and
Breastfeeding women