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Lercanidipine Clonmel

Active Ingredient:
Lercanidipine Hydrochloride
Origin:
EU

Lercanidipine Clonmel (Lercanidipine Hydrochloride)

Lercanidipine Hydrochloride, the active ingredient in Lercanidipine Clonmel, is a calcium channel blocker presented as an oral tablet for oral use. It treats hypertension in adult patients by relaxing vascular smooth muscle and lowering blood pressure.

GNH India supplies Lercanidipine Clonmel as a licensed, GDP‑compliant international pharmaceutical supplier serving hospitals, pharmacies and clinics worldwide.

Manufacturer / TM Owner

Clonmel Healthcare Ltd.

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Indications & Clinical Uses

  • Lercanidipine is a calcium channel blocker used to manage high‑blood‑pressure disorders.
  • Hypertension: lowers systemic blood pressure in patients with primary hypertension.
  • Essential hypertension: provides sustained blood‑pressure control in adults.
  • Isolated systolic hypertension: reduces systolic pressure in elderly patients.

How It Works

  • Lercanidipine selectively inhibits L‑type calcium channels in vascular smooth muscle, preventing calcium influx that is required for contraction. This leads to arterial vasodilation, decreased peripheral vascular resistance, and ultimately a reduction in systemic blood pressure without significant effect on cardiac contractility.

Side Effects

Lercanidipine may cause a range of adverse reactions, which are categorized by frequency.

Common Side Effects

  • Headache
  • Flushing
  • Peripheral edema
  • Dizziness
  • Palpitations
  • Fatigue

Serious or Rare Side Effects

  • Angioedema
  • Severe hypotension
  • Myocardial infarction
  • Hepatic dysfunction
  • Stevens‑Johnson syndrome
  • Atrioventricular block

Precautions & Warnings

  • When prescribing Lercanidipine, clinicians should consider several safety measures.
  • Blood pressure monitoring: check baseline and periodic readings.
  • Hepatic impairment: use with caution in patients with liver disease.
  • Elderly patients: start at lower dose and monitor for hypotension.
  • Concomitant antihypertensives: assess for additive blood‑pressure lowering.
  • Sudden discontinuation: avoid abrupt stop to prevent rebound hypertension.
  • Store at room temperature: keep in original packaging, protect from moisture and light.

Avoid Interactions

Lercanidipine can interact with other medicines, affecting its plasma levels or blood‑pressure response.

Major Interactions (Avoid)

  • Strong CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole): may markedly increase Lercanidipine concentrations.
  • Strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampicin, carbamazepine): may substantially reduce therapeutic effect.
  • Grapefruit juice (large amounts): can elevate drug exposure and risk of hypotension.

Moderate Interactions (Monitor Closely)

  • Other antihypertensives (e.g., ACE inhibitors, beta‑blockers): may cause additive hypotensive effect.
  • Diuretics: increase risk of electrolyte imbalance and orthostatic hypotension.
  • NSAIDs: may attenuate blood‑pressure‑lowering efficacy.
  • Simvastatin: increased risk of myopathy due to shared metabolism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lercanidipine Clonmel is prescribed to lower elevated blood pressure in adults with hypertension. By relaxing the smooth muscle of blood vessels, it helps achieve and maintain target blood‑pressure levels, reducing the risk of cardiovascular complications associated with uncontrolled hypertension.

Lercanidipine blocks L‑type calcium channels in arterial smooth muscle, preventing calcium entry that triggers contraction. This selective inhibition causes vasodilation, lowers peripheral vascular resistance, and consequently reduces systemic blood pressure without markedly affecting heart rate.

The dose of Lercanidipine Clonmel is individualized by the prescribing clinician based on the patient’s blood‑pressure profile, age, renal and hepatic function, and concomitant therapies. The prescriber determines the appropriate starting dose and any subsequent adjustments.

Safety data for Lercanidipine in pregnancy and lactation are limited. It should be used only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus or infant, and the decision should be made in consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.

To order, submit an enquiry on the product page at gnhindia.com, specifying the required quantity. GNH India works with hospitals, pharmacies and procurement teams worldwide, verifies trade or institutional credentials, and then provides pricing, availability, shipping details and any necessary import documentation.

Both Lercanidipine and amlodipine belong to the dihydropyridine class of calcium‑channel blockers and lower blood pressure by vasodilation. Lercanidipine has a longer half‑life and may be associated with a lower incidence of peripheral edema, while amlodipine is more widely studied and available in fixed‑dose combinations.

Store Lercanidipine tablets at room temperature, below 25 °C, in the original container. Protect the product from moisture, direct sunlight and excessive heat to maintain its stability and potency throughout its shelf life.

Lercanidipine is taken orally, usually once daily, with or without food. The tablet should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Patients should follow the dosing schedule prescribed by their healthcare provider and not alter the regimen without medical advice.

Serious adverse reactions, although rare, include angioedema, severe hypotension, myocardial infarction, hepatic dysfunction, Stevens‑Johnson syndrome, and atrioventricular block. Patients should seek immediate medical attention if they experience swelling of the face or throat, sudden faintness, chest pain, or any signs of severe allergic reaction.

Lercanidipine is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to the drug or any component of the formulation, patients with severe hypotension, cardiogenic shock, or unstable angina. Caution is also advised for patients with significant hepatic impairment or those taking interacting medications.

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