About lercanidipine
Dihydropyridine calcium-channel blocker
Used for
- Treats high blood pressure (hypertension).
Usual adult dose
Usually 10 mg once daily, increased to 20 mg once daily if needed; take before meals.
Common side effects
- Headache or dizziness
- Flushing
- Ankle swelling
- Palpitations
Important warnings
- Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice.
- Not suitable for severe liver or kidney disease, or certain heart conditions.
- May cause dizziness; use caution with driving.
- Do not stop prescribed treatment without medical guidance.
Pregnancy
Generally avoided during pregnancy; safety is not established.
Breastfeeding
Generally not recommended while breastfeeding because information is limited.
Interactions
- Grapefruit can raise lercanidipine levels.
- Some antibiotics and antifungals can increase its effects.
- Rifampicin and some seizure medicines can reduce its effects.
- Alcohol may increase dizziness and blood-pressure lowering.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.