Indications
Lacicard is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). It may be taken on its own or together with other blood-pressure-lowering medicines, such as beta-blockers and diuretics (water tablets).
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
Lacidipine works by blocking calcium from entering the smooth muscle cells lining the blood vessels. It does this by competitively blocking voltage-dependent "L-type" calcium channels. Since calcium influx normally triggers the contractile proteins in these muscle cells to activate, blocking this influx prevents that contraction from being triggered.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy: No teratogenic effect has been seen in animal studies, but no data exist on the safety of lacidipine in human pregnancy, so it is contraindicated. Breastfeeding: Milk transfer studies show that lacidipine passes into breast milk, so it should not be taken while nursing. Children: Treatment with lacidipine has not been evaluated in this age group. Neonates: No data are available on its safety or efficacy in this age group.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.
Side Effects & Interactions
Side Effects
No side-effect data recorded yet.