.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C08C_SelectiveCalciumChannelBlockersWithMainlyVascula.C08CA09_Lacidipine.Lacidipine .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.C_CardiovascularSystem.C08C_SelectiveCalciumChannelBlockersWithMainlyVascula.C08CA09_Lacidipine.Lacidipine| name: | Lacidipine | |
| ATC code: | C08CA09 | route: | oral |
| compartments: | 2 | |
| dosage: | 4 | mg |
| volume of distribution: | 170 | L |
| clearance: | 55 | L/h |
| other parameters in model implementation | ||
Lacidipine is a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker used primarily for the treatment of hypertension. It acts by relaxing vascular smooth muscle and reducing peripheral resistance. It is approved and used clinically in several countries for the management of high blood pressure.
Pharmacokinetic parameters reported in healthy adult volunteers after single oral dosing.
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