Cavadil Plus Tablets 16/12.5mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose is 1 tablet once daily, regardless of meals. In adults, before switching to this medication, the dosage of Candesartan Cilexetil should be adjusted, and direct conversion from monotherapy should be considered when clinically appropriate. No special dosage adjustment is needed for the elderly. For patients with intravascular volume depletion or those with renal or liver impairment, adjusting the dose of Candesartan Cilexetil is recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. Patients allergic to the ingredients in this medication or sulfonamide drugs, those with severely impaired kidney or liver function, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and patients with specific diseases should not take this medication. Patients with very low blood pressure, or those with fluid and electrolyte imbalances, liver disease, heart valve disease, among others, should use this medication with caution; elderly patients also require careful monitoring. While taking this medication, side effects such as headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and nausea may occur, and rarely, abnormalities in blood, kidney, or liver function may arise. If any unusual symptoms persist, consult a physician. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, and potassium supplements, so patients should inform their physician about any other medications they are taking. Regular checks of blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels are essential. Women who are pregnant or planning to conceive should definitely consult a physician before taking this medication, and breastfeeding mothers should follow medical advice as this medication can pass into breast milk. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been established in children or adolescents under the age of 18, hence its use is not recommended. Elderly patients should be careful due to the risk of cardiac issues or worsening kidney function caused by excessive blood pressure lowering. In the event of overdose, symptoms such as dizziness, hypotension, vomiting may occur, and immediate medical attention is required. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, stored in its original container to prevent quality degradation or misuse. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery as this medication may cause dizziness or fatigue.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, adverse skin reactions, difficulty breathing or chest tightness, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities accompanying cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache

Mild side effects

• Headache
• back pain
• dizziness
• respiratory infections
• symptoms similar to influenza
• sinusitis
• bronchitis
• urinary tract infections
• nausea
• contusion

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. Additionally, it should be kept at a cool temperature below 30 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Light pink, oblong tablet with a biconvex shape on both sides

Package unit

30 tablets, 100 tablets (bottle)