Candesartan is an antihypertensive medicine that belongs to the class of Angiotensin II receptor blockers. It works by inhibiting the action of certain chemicals that tighten the blood vessels, allowing the heart to pump efficiently and the blood to flow smoothly. Candesartan is used alone and along with other medicines to manage high blood pressure and heart failure. Hypertension is a chronic disease characterized by increased blood pressure. If left untreated, it can lead to complications such as heart failure, heart attack, and kidney failure. Candesartan prevents cardiovascular death and heart failure hospitalizations.
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water.
Take this medicine with or without food.
Swallow it as a whole, do not crush or chew the medicine.
Take it at the same time to help you remember.
Or use it exactly as instructed by your doctor.
Expert Advice
Diabetic patients should avoid using Candesartan with Aliskiren.
Avoid getting out of bed suddenly as it may cause lightheadedness and fainting.
Do not use salt substitutes containing potassium.
Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Drink an adequate amount of water.
Do not use more than the recommended amount.
Do not skip or alter the dose.
Do not quit this medicine without informing your doctor.
Inform your doctor immediately if you experience serious side effects.
Primary Uses
Hypertension
Indications
This medication is used in the treatment of hypertension (increased blood pressure), heart failure, to prevent cardiovascular death and reduces heart failure hospitalizations.
Side Effects
Patients using this medicine might experience:
Headache
Back pain
Sore throat
Dizziness
Tiredness
Lightheadedness
Runny nose.
Warnings
Pregnancy
Candesartan should not be used during pregnancy. It is considered unsafe and may harm the baby. Consult your doctor for more information.
Lactation
Candesartan is not recommended for nursing females. Consult your doctor for more information.
Driving
This medicine will affect your driving ability as it causes dizziness and reduces alertness. Avoid driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
Liver
Candesartan should be used with caution in liver patients. Dose adjustment might be required. Consult your doctor for more information.
Kidney
Alcohol consumption might worsen dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid alcohol consumption when using this medicine.
Alcohol
Alcohol consumption might worsen dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid alcohol consumption when using this medicine.
Precautions
Before using this medicine, inform your doctor about your complete medical history, especially of liver disease, hyperkalemia (high potassium levels), electrolytes imbalance, dehydration, and diabetes.
Inform your doctor about all your current medicines.
Do not quit this medicine without informing your doctor.
Do not share this medicine with anyone.
Contraindications
This medication is not recommended in patients with severe hepatic (liver) impairment and cholestasis (flow of bile is reduced due to obstruction).
FAQS
What are its indications?
It is a medicine used for treating
high blood pressure.
How to store this medicine?
Please store the tablet form of this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius).
Keep medicine away from excessive light and moisture.
Please keep it away from children.
What are its precautions?
This medicine may make you dizzy so it is advised not to do any tasks that require alertness (e.g. driving) immediately after taking this medicine
This medicine may increase potassium levels therefore consult your
doctor before taking any potassium supplements
Effects on pregnancy and lactation?
This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy as it may harm the baby.
There is no evidence if this medicine passes into breast milk. Consult your health
care provider before use of this medicine.
Side Effects:
You may experience dizziness or headache.
How to administer this medicine?
This medicine is mostly taken orally (through mouth). The dosage is dependent on the severity of condition and response to treatment. Please consult your doctor before use.
What are its contraindications?
Patients with severe liver disease
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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