Lycedepin-10 Tab 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 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 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 as prescribed by the doctor. In some cases, Lycedepin-10 Tab 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 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 or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Lycedepin-10 Tab , 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 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 . Please do not stop taking Lycedepin-10 Tab on your own, as it may lead to the recurrence of symptoms or worsen the disease. Do not consume alcohol with Lycedepin-10 Tab as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure.

Lycedepin-10 Tab 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.   

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 . Too much sweating, diarrhoea, or vomiting while using Lycedepin-10 Tab may lead to dehydration, hence it is advised to drink enough fluids. Consult your doctor before using Lycedepin-10 Tab 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 as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Safety and effectiveness of Lycedepin-10 Tab in paediatric patients has not been established.

• 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.

• 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 in the body.

Hypertension: It is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently in the arteries. It is considered as an essential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and can be caused due to obesity, diabetes, smoking, high salt intake, stress, lack of physical activity or ageing. Blood pressure is measured in the ratio of systolic pressure to diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure is the pressure when the heart pumps blood out. On the other hand, diastolic pressure is the pressure when your heart is at the resting stage between heartbeats. If your blood pressure is 140/90 mm of Hg, it means the systolic pressure is 140 mm of Hg and, diastolic pressure is 90 mm of Hg. Ideal blood pressure range lies in between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg. If the blood pressure is 140/90 mmHg or greater, it is considered high blood pressure.