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Lercanidipine Accord

Active Ingredient:
Lercanidipine Hydrochloride
Origin:
EU

Lercanidipine Accord (Lercanidipine Hydrochloride)

Lercanidipine Hydrochloride, the active ingredient in Lercanidipine Accord, is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker presented as an oral tablet for oral use. It is employed to lower elevated blood pressure in adults with primary hypertension and is prescribed by physicians for long‑term cardiovascular risk management.

GNH India supplies Lercanidipine Accord as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide, ensuring consistent quality and regulatory compliance for global distribution. Our network facilitates timely delivery and supports pharmacovigilance initiatives across diverse markets.

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Accord Healthcare B.V.

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Indications & Clinical Uses

Lercanidipine is indicated for the management of hypertension, acting on the vascular smooth‑muscle calcium channels to achieve blood‑pressure control.

  • Essential hypertension: reduces systolic and diastolic blood pressure, improving overall cardiovascular risk profile.
  • Primary hypertension: provides sustained antihypertensive effect with once‑daily dosing for better patient adherence.
  • Mild to moderate hypertension: achieves target blood pressure levels when monotherapy is appropriate.

How It Works

  • Lercanidipine selectively blocks L‑type calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle, inhibiting calcium influx. This results in relaxation of arterial smooth muscle, vasodilation, and a consequent decrease in peripheral vascular resistance, which lowers systemic blood pressure without significantly affecting cardiac contractility.

Side Effects

Adverse reactions may occur with any antihypertensive therapy. Most are mild and reversible.

Common Side Effects

  • Headache: mild to moderate intensity, often transient.
  • Flushing: sensation of warmth, usually resolves with continued use.
  • Peripheral edema: swelling of ankles or feet, may improve with dose adjustment.
  • Dizziness: especially upon standing, related to blood‑pressure changes.
  • Tachycardia: increased heart rate, generally mild.
  • Palpitations: awareness of heartbeat, often benign.

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Angioedema: swelling of face, lips, or throat requiring immediate medical attention.
  • Severe hypotension: marked drop in blood pressure causing fainting or shock.
  • Myocardial infarction: rare but possible in susceptible patients.
  • Hepatic dysfunction: abnormal liver enzymes or hepatitis.
  • Allergic reactions: rash, itching, or anaphylaxis.
  • Cardiac arrhythmias: irregular heart rhythms that may need monitoring.

Precautions & Warnings

Before initiating therapy, consider patient‑specific factors and monitor for potential risks.

  • Renal impairment: assess kidney function and monitor blood pressure closely.
  • Hepatic impairment: use with caution; liver function tests may be warranted.
  • Concomitant antihypertensives: watch for additive hypotensive effects.
  • Elderly patients: start at the lowest effective dose to reduce adverse events.
  • Pregnancy: safety not established; avoid unless clearly needed.
  • Store at ambient temperature: keep in the original container, protect from moisture and direct sunlight.

Avoid Interactions

Lercanidipine may interact with other medicines, altering its efficacy or safety profile.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole): may increase plasma concentrations and risk of toxicity.
  • Strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampicin, carbamazepine): may reduce therapeutic effect.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Other antihypertensives (e.g., ACE inhibitors, diuretics): additive blood‑pressure lowering, monitor for hypotension.
  • Grapefruit juice: can raise lercanidipine levels, advise moderation.
  • Simvastatin or other statins metabolized by CYP3A4: increased risk of myopathy, consider dose adjustment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lercanidipine Accord contains the calcium channel blocker lercanidipine, which is prescribed to lower elevated blood pressure in adults with primary or essential hypertension. By reducing peripheral vascular resistance, it helps achieve target blood‑pressure goals and lowers the risk of cardiovascular complications associated with uncontrolled hypertension.

Lercanidipine selectively inhibits L‑type calcium channels in the smooth muscle of arterial walls. This inhibition prevents calcium entry, leading to relaxation of the vascular smooth muscle, vasodilation, and a subsequent decrease in systemic vascular resistance. The reduced resistance allows blood to flow more easily, thereby lowering systolic and diastolic blood pressure.

The appropriate dose of Lercanidipine Accord is determined by the prescribing healthcare professional based on the individual patient's clinical condition, response to therapy, and any concomitant medications. Dosage adjustments are made according to therapeutic goals and tolerability, and patients should follow the prescriber’s instructions without self‑adjusting the dose.

Safety data for lercanidipine in pregnancy and lactation are limited, and the drug is generally not recommended unless the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus or infant. Women who are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding should discuss alternative antihypertensive options with their healthcare provider.

To place an order, visit the product page for Lercanidipine Accord on the GNH India website (gnhindia.com) and submit an enquiry with the required quantity. GNH India supplies hospitals, pharmacies, and procurement teams worldwide. After submission, the sales team will verify trade or institutional credentials, then provide pricing, availability, shipping details, and any necessary import documentation.

Lercanidipine belongs to the dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker class, which primarily causes arterial vasodilation. Compared with ACE inhibitors or beta‑blockers, it has a lower incidence of cough and metabolic effects but may cause more peripheral edema. Its once‑daily dosing and favorable tolerability make it a useful option, especially when patients experience side effects from other classes.

Lercanidipine Accord tablets should be stored at ambient temperature, below 25 °C, in the original blister pack or container. Protect the product from moisture, direct sunlight, and excessive heat to maintain potency throughout its shelf life.

Lercanidipine Accord is taken orally, usually once daily, with or without food, as directed by the prescriber. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush, chew, or split the tablet unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.

Serious adverse events, although rare, include severe hypotension, angioedema, myocardial infarction, hepatic dysfunction, and life‑threatening allergic reactions. Patients should seek immediate medical attention if they experience swelling of the face or throat, sudden dizziness, chest pain, or signs of liver injury such as jaundice.

Lercanidipine Accord is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to lercanidipine or any component of the formulation. It should also be avoided in individuals with severe aortic stenosis, unstable angina, or acute myocardial infarction until stabilized, and in patients where safety in pregnancy or lactation cannot be assured.

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