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Atacand (Candesartan)


Generic for Atacand for High blood pressure, Hypertension - Prescription Drug Information


Generic Name - Candesartan

Category - Antihypertensive drug.

Indications

High Blood Pressure, Hypertension.

Generic Atacand is indicated to treat high blood pressure. High blood pressure adds to the workload of the heart and arteries. If this continues for a long time, the arteries may not function properly. Candesartan (Generic Atacand) works by blocking the action of certain substance in the body that causes blood vessels to tighten. Generic Atacand relaxes and expands the blood vessels allowing pressure to drop.

Generic for Atacand Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Atacand is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.

Generic Atacand should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

Kidney problems
Congestive Heart failure.

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Atacand. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Blood pressure medications
Hawthorn
Lithium
Potassium salts or potassium supplements
water pills

Generic for Atacand Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericAtacand
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Atacand for hypertension is 16 mg once daily when it is used as monotherapy in patients who are not volume depleted. Generic Atacand can be administered once or twice daily with total daily doses ranging from 8 mg to 32 mg.

Generic for Atacand Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Atacand side Effects include confusion, dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting spells, decreased amount of urine passed, fast or uneven heart beat or palpitations, difficulty breathing or swallowing, hoarseness or tightening of the throat.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Atacand.

Generic for Atacand and Pregnancy

Generic Atacand can cause injury or even death to an unborn child when used during the last 6 months of pregnancy. Hence, it is recommended that Generic Atacand is not used during pregnancy or is immediately stopped as soon as you learn that you are pregnant.

Generic for Atacand and Breastfeeding

Studies do not establish if Generic Atacand appears in breast milk, but because of the potential risks to the nursing infant, it is recommended to avoid the drug while breastfeeding.

Generic for Atacand and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Atacand in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Atacand and Geriatric

Elderly patients with kidney problems or who are taking diuretic (water pill) will require a lower dose of Generic Atacand. Recommend medical advice before use.

Note

The above information about Generic Atacand serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.


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