Jardipin Tablets 10mg (Lercanidipine Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

As Lercanidipine Hydrochloride, administer 5 to 10 mg orally once daily at least 15 minutes before meals. The dose may be increased to 20 mg based on the patient's symptoms. Dosage adjustments should be made incrementally since the maximum antihypertensive effect may be observed after 2 weeks. Appropriate caution and dose adjustment are also required for elderly or liver/kidney impaired patients.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. For example, it is contraindicated for those allergic to this medication or similar medications, women who are pregnant or nursing, patients with heart function problems, those with severe liver or kidney disease, patients who have recently experienced a myocardial infarction, and children and adolescents under 18 years old. Patients with a cardiac pacemaker or reduced heart function, mild to moderate liver or kidney impairment, a history of angina, those who consume alcohol, and elderly patients should be monitored closely. Taking this medication may cause side effects such as facial flushing, peripheral edema, palpitations, headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, nausea, and liver function abnormalities. If these symptoms are severe or persistent, it is essential to consult healthcare professionals immediately. Abruptly discontinuing this medication can worsen symptoms, so it should be tapered off gradually under a physician's guidance. Additionally, dizziness or drowsiness may occur, necessitating caution while driving or operating machinery. This medication is metabolized in the liver, and interactions can occur when taken with certain drugs. Specifically, certain antifungals, antibiotics, anticonvulsants, and grapefruit juice can affect its efficacy, so it is advised not to take them together. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as those who are nursing, should not take this medication and must use appropriate contraceptive methods. Due to insufficient clinical trial data, this medication should not be used in children and adolescents. For the elderly, no special dosage adjustments are necessary, although caution is advised during initial administration. In the event of an overdose of this medication, severe hypotension or cardiac dysrhythmias may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to another container to maintain safety and quality.

Serious side effects

• Hypotension
• chest pain
• angina
• cold sweats
• severe swelling (edema)

Mild side effects

• Flushing
• peripheral edema
• palpitations
• tachycardia
• hypotension
• chest pain
• angina
• headache
• dizziness
• lethargy

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C (room temperature).

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle