Lotensyl 20 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called 'antihypertensives' primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a chronic condition in which the blood force against the artery wall is high. As a result, it leads to heart disease, irregular heartbeat, and other complications. 

Lotensyl 20 Tablet contains 'Lercanidipine' that works by relaxing the blood vessels. This reduces the workload on the heart and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood throughout the body. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and also for the best results. 

Take Lotensyl 20 Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Lotensyl 20 Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. You may experience dizziness, headache, faster heart rate, a feeling of fast or uneven heartbeat (palpitations), sudden reddening of your face, neck, or upper chest (flushing), and ankle swelling in some cases. Most of these side effects of Lotensyl 20 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

If you are known to be allergic to Lotensyl 20 Tablet or any other medicines, please inform your doctor. Before taking Lotensyl 20 Tablet , let your doctor know if you have had hypotension (low blood pressure), angina chest pain, or heart problems, liver or kidney disease, or diabetes. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking Lotensyl 20 Tablet . Lotensyl 20 Tablet is not recommended in children below 18 as safety and efficacy have not been established in children. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly to be sure that the Lotensyl 20 Tablet is working efficiently. And also, a healthy diet, and regular exercise is necessary to keep blood pressure under control. Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you're taking Lotensyl 20 Tablet . It can make side effects worse. Even a small reduction in sodium in your diet helps improve your heart's health and reduce blood pressure. 

Lotensyl 20 Tablet is an anti-hypertensive drug that treats high blood pressure (hypertension). Lotensyl 20 Tablet contain ‘Lercanidipine’ that works by relaxing the blood vessels; this lowers your blood pressure and reduces your risk of having a stroke, a heart attack, heart-related chest pain (angina) other heart problems, or kidney problems in the future. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to be effective and also for the best results. 

Lotensyl 20 Tablet should not be given to people allergic to Lotensyl 20 Tablet or many of its ingredients. Do not take Lotensyl 20 Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents or if you recently had a heart attack, angina chest pain, or heart problems. Lotensyl 20 Tablet should be taken with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease, hypotension (low blood pressure), and diabetes. You should monitor your blood pressure regularly to make sure the Lotensyl 20 Tablet is working efficiently. Do not take Lotensyl 20 Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding women unless prescribed by a doctor. Safety and efficacy of Lotensyl 20 Tablet in children under 18 years have not been established, so it should not be given to them. Lotensyl 20 Tablet causes drowsiness and dizziness, do not drive unless you are alert. Drinking alcohol while using Lotensyl 20 Tablet can cause you to have low blood pressure, and increase dizziness, so avoid alcoholic beverages. Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice while you are taking Lotensyl 20 Tablet . It can make side effects worse.

• Keep a check on your daily blood pressure, and if you notice any fluctuations, please consult a doctor. 
• A low salt/sodium diet and regular exercise and recommended along with Lotensyl 20 Tablet for effective results.