Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S

Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S belongs to the class of blood pressure-lowering medications called 'calcium channel blockers' primarily used to treat hypertension. Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the blood vessels (arteries). If hypertension is left, untreated can lead to heart disease and stroke attack. 

Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S contains 'Clinidipine' that helps dilates (widens) blood vessels, thereby increasing the heart's blood flow. The phenomena of vasodilation (widening) of the heart’s blood vessels reduce the heart's workload and muscles. Thus, Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S improves the blood flow and oxygen delivery to the heart tissue, thereby lowering the raised blood pressure on the blood vessel's arteries. 

Take Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S as prescribed by the doctor. In some cases, Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S can cause side effects like sleepiness, oedema (fluid retention), ankle swelling, fatigue, headache, flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), dizziness, palpitations (irregular heartbeat), stomach upset and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects of Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S, let your doctor know if you have any heart, kidney or liver problems, diabetes, hypotension (low blood pressure), electrolyte imbalance and dehydration. Avoid potassium supplements with Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S as it may lead to high potassium levels in the blood. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S. Please do not stop taking Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the disease. Do not consume alcohol with Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). It contains Clinidipine, a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and increases blood flow. Clinidipine works by widening the heart’s blood vessels and reduces peripheral vascular resistance (constriction of blood vessels that leads to high blood pressure). Reduced peripheral vascular resistance improves the blood flow and oxygen delivery to the heart tissue.   

• Sleepiness
• Oedema (fluid retention)
• Ankle swelling
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Flushing (feeling warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
• Dizziness
• Palpitations (irregular heartbeat)
• Stomach upset
• Abdominal pain

Monitor your blood pressure levels regularly. Brief your medical history if you have kidney or liver problems, severe dehydration, low blood pressure, diabetes and heart diseases (aortic stenosis, heart failure) before starting Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S. Too much sweating, diarrhoea, or vomiting while using Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S may lead to dehydration, hence it is advised to drink enough fluids. Consult your doctor before using Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding mother. Complete the course strictly as suggested by the doctor, even if you feel better, to avoid disease recurrence. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Safety and effectiveness of Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S in paediatric patients has not been established.

• QUINIDINE
• ALDESLEUKIN
• PHENYTOIN
• RIFAMPICIN
• ERYTHROMYCIN

• Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor.
• You may be asked by your doctor to undergo blood and urine tests if you have been suffering from vomiting or dehydration.
• Your dietician may prescribe you a suitable exercise program and diet to manage your blood pressure.
• This medicine should not be administered with grapefruit juice as it reduces the absorption of Lycedepin-10 Tab 10'S in the body.

• Reduce sodium intake in your diet to maintain your blood pressure.
• Eat natural and healthy foods by cutting down on high on sodium processed foods.
• Lose those extra pounds, since being obese can be a risk factor for hypertension.
• Exercise regularly to maintain good heart health.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol intake.
• Chronic stress may also cause high blood pressure. Therefore, avoid stress triggers and make time for yourself to relax and do activities that you enjoy.
• Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil and coconut oil to lower your elevated blood pressure.
• Limit sodium chloride intake (table salt) in your daily diet to 2300 mg per day or less than 1500 mg is ideal for most adults.