Candesartan Cilexetil 80/12.5 mg Tablet

Adult dose

The recommended adult dose is 80 mg of valsartan/12.5 mg of hydrochlorothiazide, taken once daily with a small amount of water regardless of meals. For patients prescribed 160 mg of valsartan/12.5 mg of hydrochlorothiazide for blood pressure reduction, the same applies.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus, particularly in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients with allergies to this drug or its components, or with certain severe liver or kidney disorders, should not take this medication. Caution is advised when administering this drug to patients with electrolyte imbalances or impaired kidney function, and it should be used with particular caution in elderly patients or those with heart disease. The hydrochlorothiazide component may increase sensitivity to sunlight, raising the risk of skin cancer, so sun exposure should be avoided, and any unusual signs should be discussed with a doctor immediately. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur during treatment, requiring caution when driving or operating machinery. Potassium supplements or potassium-containing medications should not be taken without consulting a doctor, and serum electrolyte levels should be monitored regularly. Patients with reduced kidney or liver function should undergo functional testing before and after taking this drug, and dosage adjustments may be necessary if required. There may be interactions with other drugs, so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist of any medications being taken. Overdosage may lead to hypotension, dizziness, arrhythmias, and the patient should seek medical attention immediately. The safety of this medication has not been established in children, so it should be administered to pediatric patients with caution. During storage, keep this medicine out of reach of children, away from moisture, and keep it in its original container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress associated with cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes, severe fatigue throughout the body, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly decreased urine output

Mild side effects

• Headache
• dizziness
• nasopharyngitis
• fatigue
• back pain
• cough
• upper respiratory infection
• diarrhea
• joint pain
• abdominal pain

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, it is important to store it in a cool place below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Bright orange oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle