Lusopress

Lusopress: an effective calcium channel blocker for the treatment of arterial hypertension

Lusopress, also known by the international name Nitrendipine, is a drug from the group of calcium channel blockers of the dihydropyridine group. It is produced in Italy by the company Instituto Luzopharmaco and is widely used for the treatment of arterial hypertension, both in monotherapy and in combination with beta-blockers and diuretics. In addition, Lusopress can be used for diabetic nephropathy if there are contraindications or intolerance to ACE inhibitors.

The active ingredient in Lusopress is nitrendipine. The dosage form of the drug is tablets containing 20 mg of the active substance. It effectively lowers blood pressure, improves the condition of the cardiovascular system and helps control arterial hypertension.

However, before using Lusopress, contraindications must be taken into account. Severe forms of heart failure, sick sinus syndrome, aortic stenosis, severe arterial hypotension, the first week after myocardial infarction, pregnancy and breastfeeding are contraindications for its use.

When using Lusopress, there may be side effects that can affect various body systems. From the cardiovascular system and blood, hyperemia of the skin of the face and upper body, hypotension, tachycardia, anemia and thrombocytopenia are possible. From the nervous system and sensory organs, headache, drowsiness, paresthesia may occur, and at higher doses - blurred vision, myalgia and tremor. Lusopress may also cause peripheral edema, increased urinary frequency, and decreased kidney function. From the gastrointestinal tract, nausea, a feeling of fullness of the stomach, vomiting, constipation, and in rare cases, diarrhea and intrahepatic cholestasis may occur. Skin reactions include erythema, pruritis, urticaria, and maculopapular exanthema. In addition, withdrawal syndrome may occur when stopping the drug, gingival hyperplasia, increased transaminase levels and gynecomastia in elderly patients.

The drug also has a number of application features. Lusopress should be taken orally, 30 minutes before meals, without chewing and with plenty of water. The dosage and regimen are determined by the doctor depending on the individual characteristics of the patient and the severity of the disease.

It is important to remember that Lusopress is a medicinal product and should only be used as prescribed by a doctor. Before you start taking Lusopress, you should consult your doctor to get detailed information about contraindications, possible side effects and interactions with other drugs.

Conclusions:

1. Lusopress (Nitrendipine) is a calcium channel blocker used to treat hypertension.
2. It is effective in lowering blood pressure and improving the condition of the cardiovascular system.
3. Lusopress can be used alone or in combination with other drugs such as beta blockers and diuretics.
4. Before using Lusopress, you must take into account contraindications and consult your doctor.
5. Lusopress may cause side effects, which should be discussed with your doctor.
6. The dosage and regimen of taking Lusopress are determined individually for each patient.

It is important to follow your doctor's recommendations and not self-medicate.