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Lacipil is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension. It works by interfering with calcium ion transport through cell membranes to reduce myocardial contraction. It is usually started at 2mg daily and increased up to 6mg. Special precautions are needed for those with heart block, liver or heart issues, and during pregnancy and lactation. Common side effects include headache, flushing, and edema. It is contraindicated in those with severe bradycardia or heart failure. Nursing responsibilities include educating patients and monitoring vital signs.

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Lacipil

Lacipil is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension. It works by interfering with calcium ion transport through cell membranes to reduce myocardial contraction. It is usually started at 2mg daily and increased up to 6mg. Special precautions are needed for those with heart block, liver or heart issues, and during pregnancy and lactation. Common side effects include headache, flushing, and edema. It is contraindicated in those with severe bradycardia or heart failure. Nursing responsibilities include educating patients and monitoring vital signs.

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Brand name: Lacipil

Generic name: Lacidipine


Indication: Treatment of HTN either alone or in combination with other antihypertensive
agents
Drug classification: calcium antagonist
Mechanism of action: The entry of extracellular Ca+2 ions into the cytosol of myocardial
cells and their release from intracellular storage sites is important for initiating
the contraction of the myocardium. Calcium channel blockers reduce or prevent
the increase of free cytosolic calcium ions by interfering with the transport of
calcium ions through these pores.
Dosage: 2mg once daily may be increased to 6mg
Special precaution: patients with preexisting abnormalities in the activity of the SA and
AV node. Poor cardiac reserve and impaired liver function..Pegnancy and
lactation.
Pregnancy risk category:
Adverse reactions: headache,flushing, edema, dizziness, palpitation, asthenia, skin rash,
gastric upset, nausea, polysuria, chest pain, gingival hyperplasia and reversible
increase in alkaline phosphatase
Contraindications: severe bradycardia, pre-existing high degree of AV block, sick sinus
syndrome, and severe, unstable LV failure (mild CHF may actually be an
indication for beta-blockers. Asthma and bronchospastic disease, severe
depression, and peripheral vascular disease are relative contraindications. Most
diabetic patients will tolerate beta-blockers, although these drugs should be used
cautiously in patients who require insulin.
Form: tab 2mg x 56, 4mg x 56s
Nursing responsibilities:
 Patients should be informed about their medications, including mechanisms of
action, method of administration, and potentially adverse effects.
 Monitor VS.

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