How Lotensyl 20 Mg (Lercanidipine) Works?

Lotensyl 20 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 20 Mg (Lercanidipine):

Make sure that:

·        You are not allergic to Lercanidipine

·        You do not take alcohol

·        Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Lotensyl 20 Mg (Lercanidipine)?

·        You should avoid taking alcohol

·        You should avoid Driving as it may cause Dizziness

·        You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Lotensyl 20 Mg (Lercanidipine)?

You should not take Lotensyl 20 mg if you:

·        Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

·        Have Severe Liver/Kidney Ailments

·        Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:

·        Have Allergy To The Tablet

·        Have Diabetes

·        Have any Kidney/Liver Disease

·        Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

·        Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

·        Are Breastfeeding

·        Always talk to your doctor if your heart conditions (Palpitation, Faster Heart Beats, etc) persist even after treatment.

Dosage:

Lotensyl 20 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 20 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 20 Mg (Lercanidipine) to Be Used?

Lotensyl 20 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 20 mg.

How To Take The Lotensyl 20 Mg (Lercanidipine)?

Lotensyl 20 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 20-30 min before Breakfast.  Lotensyl 20 mg is preferably taken regularly on time as directed by your physician.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Lotensyl 20 Mg (Lercanidipine)?

You are always advised to take Lotensyl 20 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 20 mg at a fixed time. A missed dose of Lotensyl 20 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 20 Mg (Lercanidipine)?

·        Stomach Pain

·        Dizziness/Lightheadedness

·        Flushing

·        Difficulty or Painful Urination

·        Fast Heartbeats

·        Back Pain

·        Edema

·        Weakness/Swelling in Arms, Hands, Legs or Feet

·        Palpitation

What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Lotensyl 20 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:

·        Alcohol

·        Carbamazepine

·        Cimetidine

·        Erythromycin

·        Phenytoin

·        Quinidine