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Lercanidipine is a new highly lipophylic dihydropyrdine derivative of the third generation with equal efficacy but an improved tolerability profile. Comparative therapeutic trials have shown that it is as effective as other dihydropyridines, in particular amlodipine, beta-blockers, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Lercanidipine is well tolerated, with most treatment-emergent events related to vasodilation. Lercanidipine produces less reflex tachycardia and peripheral oedema. Common adverse events included headache and flushing. Because of its efficacy and favorable safety profile, lercanidipine has the potential to improve blood pressure control in a wide range of patients, including those who have not responded to, or who have been unable to tolerate other antihypertensive agents.
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PMID:[Lercanidipine, a third generation calcium antagonist. Which advantages?]. 1701 40