Recadin Tablets (Lercanidipine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Lercanidipine Hydrochloride, 5 to 10 mg should be administered orally once daily, at least 15 minutes before meals. Depending on the patient's symptoms, the dose may be increased up to 20 mg. Dose adjustment is gradual, as the maximum blood pressure-lowering effect clearly manifests in 2 weeks. The peak effect is reached at 20 to 30 mg, therefore administering more than that does not enhance the effect, but increases adverse reactions.

This drug should not be used in certain patients. For example, patients who have had allergic reactions to this drug or similar types of medications, pregnant women or women who may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women should not take this medication. Additionally, patients with severe heart-related diseases or significantly impaired liver and kidney functions, those who have recently experienced a myocardial infarction, and children or adolescents under 18 years of age should not use this drug. This drug contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should avoid taking it. This medication should be used cautiously in some patients. Patients with issues related to heart pacemakers or weak heart function, patients with ischemic heart disease, and those with mildly impaired liver or kidney functions must take caution while using this medication. Patients with a history of angina may experience worsening chest pain while taking this drug, therefore caution is necessary. Additionally, consuming alcohol may enhance the blood pressure-lowering effect, so it is advisable to avoid drinking. Elderly individuals also need special attention while taking this drug. Various side effects can occur when taking this medication. The most common symptoms include facial flushing, body swelling, palpitations, headaches, dizziness, fatigue, etc. In rare cases, significantly low blood pressure or chest pain may occur. Digestive symptoms like indigestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea may also appear, and liver function abnormalities may occur, therefore regular monitoring of liver condition is necessary. Rarely, symptoms like oral swelling, skin rashes, muscle pain, etc., may occur. Abrupt discontinuation of this medication can worsen the symptoms, so it should be tapered off gradually. Additionally, caution is required when driving or operating machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur. This medication is metabolized in the liver; therefore, interactions can occur when taken with certain drugs. Specifically, taking this drug together with medications that inhibit or activate liver metabolism enzymes can alter its effects, so consulting healthcare professionals is essential. Grapefruit juice may also increase the blood concentration of this medication, hence it is advisable to avoid it. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this drug, and if they are planning to become pregnant, they must consult their healthcare professionals. This medication is not used for children or adolescents under 18 years of age. Elderly patients should be especially careful when starting this medication and should closely monitor their condition while on treatment. In cases of overdose, severe hypotension or heart problems can occur, so it is crucial to visit a medical facility immediately. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to another container for safety.

Serious side effects

Chest pain, angina, myocardial ischemia, cardiogenic shock, severe hypotension, severe edema accompanied by increased blood pressure, cold sweat.

Mild side effects

• Facial flushing
• peripheral edema
• palpitations
• tachycardia
• headaches
• dizziness
• weakness
• fatigue
• drowsiness
• neurosis

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture exposure. It is important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to safely preserve the drug's efficacy.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 600 tablets/bottle