Lotensyl 20 mg

Warning

Lercanidipine 20mg

Side Effects

Side effects of Lercanidipine do not require medical supervision as they heal naturally as the body adjusts. If you are still worried about the symptoms, then it’s better to consult your physician. Some common side effects of Lotensyl 20 mg are –

• Fatigue
• Swelling
• Flushing
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Palpitations

Interactions

Depending on the patient, each drug interacts uniquely. Consult a physician before taking any medication. A drug may interact with other medications, foods, or existing health conditions. Before beginning treatment, consult a physician about all possible interactions.

Disease Interaction

Lotensyl 20 mg can interact with several diseases, including –

• Asthma
• Diabetes
• Heart Failure
• Liver Disease
• Lung Disease
• Cardiogenic Shock
• Coronary Heart Disease
• Stenosis (Heart Valve Problem)
• Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure)

Drug Interaction

A combination of Lercanidipine 20 mg tablets with other medicines may affect the effectiveness and cause undesirable side effects

• Miconazole
• Fluconazole
• Itraconazole
• Clotrimazole

Food Interactions

Specific food items may cause disturbance in the body. 

• Do not consume Grapefruit juice as this may enhance the risk of side effects
• Alcohol consumption will enhance the side effects such as Dizziness, Lightheadedness, etc

Precautions

There are certain precautions that you need to keep in mind while receiving Lotensyl treatment –

• Missed Dose: If you missed a dose of Lotensyl 20, take it as soon as possible. Always follow the prescription
• Overdose: Medicine overdose will not heal you faster. Instead, you might end up ruining your health. In case your health condition deteriorates, consult your doctor 
• Avoid activities with high mental alertness
• Pregnant women should avoid using Lotensyl 20. Your physician will refer you to the best available alternatives
• Your doctor might advise you to discontinue the medication or stop breastfeeding based on your health condition
• Intense exercises or strenuous activities must be put on a halt

Storage

Store it in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight.