Lacidipine

Lacidipine is prescribed to patients suffering from hypertension. Lacidipine is a calcium-channel blocker that inhibits calcium from entering muscle cells. It comes as 2, 4 and 6 mg tablets and is usually taken once, everyday. Consult your doctor regarding the right dosage.

Before you start taking Lacidipine, inform your doctor:

• If you have a history of allergic reactions to food or medicine
• If you are pregnant
• If you breastfeed
• Are suffering from blood disorder - porphyria
• Have any liver problems
• Have any heart conditions or chest pain
• If you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medicines

Lacidipine is ill-advised for use by people that have liver, kidney or heart problems. Common side effects of Lacidipine include Headache, dizziness, weakness and mood changes, Flushing, Palpitations, angina, Skin rash, Muscle cramps, fatigue, Low blood pressure, Swelling of the gums, swelling of ankles, upset stomach. In rare cases it may also lead to tremor and depression.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Hypertension

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Fatigue

• Ankle Swelling

• Sleepiness

• Flushing

• Headache

• Nausea

• Edema (Swelling)

• Dizziness

• Palpitations

• Abdominal Pain

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Lacivas 2mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Lacivas 2mg tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Lacidipine, 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.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Lacidipine as ingredient

• Lacivas 2Mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Rasva 500Mg Tablet

  Corona Remedies Pvt Ltd

• Lacivas 4mg Tablet

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Sinopil 2mg Tablet

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Sinopil 4mg Tablet

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

This medication is generally administered orally which is a class of calcium channel blockers. It works on the blood vessels by making them wider resulting in increased blood flow thereby regulating blood pressure.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

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  Zathrin Redimix Suspension

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  Pratham 200Mg/5Ml Rediuse Suspension

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  Azibig 200Mg Suspension

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