Zanidip (Lercanidipine)

Information about Zanidip (Lercanidipine)

Zanidip (Lercanidipine) is a medication primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It is part of a group of medications known as calcium channel blockers (CCBs). Lercanidipine works by relaxing the blood vessels, which helps in lowering blood pressure and improving the flow of blood.

Product Highlights

• Zanidip is used to manage high blood pressure. By relaxing the blood vessels, it helps reduce the strain on the heart and lowers the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.

Key Ingredient

• Lercanidipine

Key Benefits

• The primary benefit is the reduction in blood pressure, which helps in preventing complications related to hypertension.
• Helps improve blood flow and reduce vascular resistance.
• Unlike other calcium channel blockers, lercanidipine has less effect on heart rate, making it suitable for long-term use in certain patients.
• It has a lower risk of causing swelling of the ankles (edema) compared to some other calcium channel blockers.

Direction of Use

• Typically, Zanidip is taken once a day. The starting dose is usually 10mg, which may be increased to 20mg based on the doctor’s recommendation.
• Take the tablet with or without food, but preferably at the same time each day for consistent results.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet.

Safety Concerns

• May include dizziness, flushing, headache, and palpitations (heartbeats).
• In rare cases, severe allergic reactions, swelling, and chest pain could occur.
• It’s important to monitor kidney and liver function in patients who have pre-existing conditions, as the medication may require dose adjustments.
• Zanidip may interact with other medications, especially those affecting the heart (e.g., beta-blockers), and other blood pressure-lowering drugs.

Avoid Zanidip (Lercanidipine) If

• If you have an allergy to lercanidipine or any of its components, avoid using it.
• Do not take if you have very low blood pressure.
• Avoid in patients with severe heart failure, unstable angina, or certain arrhythmias.
• Zanidip is generally not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless deemed absolutely necessary by a healthcare provider.
• It should be used with caution or avoided in individuals with severe liver conditions.