Lacidipine
Information about Lacidipine
Lacidipine Uses
Lacidipine is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
How Lacidipine works
Lacidipine is a calcium channel blocker. It regulates the blood pressure by relaxing the blood vessels and reducing the pressure on them, thereby making it easier for the heart to pump more blood throughout the body. In this way, it normalizes the blood pressure in patients with high blood pressure.
Common side effects of Lacidipine
Abdominal pain, Ankle swelling, Dizziness, Edema (swelling), Fatigue, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Nausea1a, Palpitations
Expert advice for Lacidipine
- A sudden drop in your blood pressure may occur, especially when you first start taking Lacidipine. To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- It can cause ankle or foot swelling. To reduce the swelling, raise your legs while you are sitting down. Talk to your doctor if it does not go away.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or perform any activity that requires mental focus until you know how Lacidipine affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding.