Locardin Tablets (Lercanidipine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Lercanidipine Hydrochloride, take 5 to 10 mg orally once a day at least 15 minutes before a meal. The dosage can be increased to 20 mg depending on the patient's symptoms. Adjustments to the dosage should be gradual as it takes approximately two weeks to observe the maximum antihypertensive effect. Elderly patients do not require daily dosage adjustments, but caution is necessary when starting treatment. Patients with liver or kidney impairment require attention during the initiation phase.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, it should not be administered to individuals who are allergic to this drug or similar types of drugs, pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients with severe heart, liver, or kidney problems, and children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Additionally, caution should be exercised in patients with a history of heart rhythm problems or weak heart function, patients with mild to moderate liver or kidney impairment, patients with a history of angina pectoris, those who frequently consume alcohol, and elderly patients. While taking this medication, side effects such as flushing, swelling, palpitations, headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, liver function abnormalities, skin rash, myalgia, etc., may occur, thus it is recommended to consult a doctor if any abnormal symptoms appear. Sudden discontinuation of the medication may worsen symptoms, so the dosage should be gradually reduced. Care should be taken to avoid accidents when driving or operating machinery due to dizziness or drowsiness. This medication's effectiveness may be altered when taken with other medications that affect decomposition in the liver, so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist if taking other medications. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, and breastfeeding women should preferably avoid using this medication, and it is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years old. Elderly patients require particular caution when initially starting this medication, and in case of overdose, severe hypotension or heart problems may arise, necessitating immediate medical attention. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, and it is safer not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

• Hypotension
• chest pain
• angina
• cold sweat
• shortness of breath.

Mild side effects

• Flushing (including facial flushing)
• peripheral edema
• palpitations
• tachycardia
• headache
• dizziness
• asthenia
• fatigue
• drowsiness
• neurosis

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. The recommended storage temperature is between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle