Lotensyl 20 Tablet
Manufacturer:
sun pharmaceutical industries ltd
Salt Composition: Lercanidipine (20mg)
Action Class: Calcium Channel Blockers- Dihydropyridines (DHP)
Packaging: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Uses
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
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Product Description
Lotensyl 20 Tablet is a medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It belongs to a group of medicines known as calcium channel blockers and helps to lower blood pressure and reduce the workload of the heart. This helps prevent heart attacks and strokes. Lotensyl 20 Tablet may be prescribed alone or along with other medicines. The dose depends on your blood pressure levels and the severity of your condition. You can take it at any time of the day, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. It should be taken on an empty stomach, at least 15 minutes before a meal. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Even if you feel well, do not stop this medicine on your own because high blood pressure often has no symptoms. If you stop taking it, your condition may get worse. Keeping active with regular exercise, reducing your weight, and eating a healthy diet will also help control your blood pressure. Follow your doctor’s advice while taking this medicine.Side effects are rare with this medicine but some people may develop common side effects like fatigue, swelling in the feet or ankles, dizziness, flushing, and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these bother you, or do not go away.Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medicine as it may be harmful to the developing baby. Let your doctor know about any other medicines you are taking, especially those used to treat high blood pressure or heart conditions. This will help to make sure that you are safe. Limit your alcohol intake while taking this medicine because it can lead to an excessive fall in your blood pressure and make you feel dizzy or light-headed. You should have your blood pressure checked regularly to make sure that this medicine is working properly.
Key Benefits
In Hypertension (high blood pressure)Lotensyl 20 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. It works by relaxing the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily around your body. This lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, or kidney problems in the future. You do not usually feel any direct benefit from taking this medicine, but it works in the long term to keep you well. Take regularly, as prescribed for this medicine to be most effective, even if you feel better.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Dizziness
Edema (swelling)
Fatigue
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Headache
Palpitations
Common Side Effects :
Dizziness
Edema (swelling)
Fatigue
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Headache
Palpitations
How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lotensyl 20 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How It Works
Lotensyl 20 Tablet is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it treats to normalize the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.
Alternate Brands
No alternate brands found for this medicine.
Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lotensyl 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lotensyl 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Lotensyl 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lotensyl 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Lotensyl 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Lotensyl 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet may cause dizziness or weakness due to low blood pressure. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lotensyl 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Lotensyl 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:
Lotensyl 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lotensyl 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Lotensyl 20 Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Quick Tips
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Lotensyl 20 Tablet. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Lotensyl 20 Tablet affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Lotensyl 20 Tablet. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Lotensyl 20 Tablet affects you.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Lotensyl 20 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.