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Neocand Plus Tablet

Neocand Plus Tablet

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Candesartan Cilexetil›16mg / 1 tabletHydrochlorothiazide›12.5mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)녹십자
Appearance
Bilaterally convex light orange oval tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201500210 · Approved 2015.01.15 · Insurance code 643605650

Summary

Main use
Improvement of essential hypertension
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
The recommended dosage of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken regardless of meals. Adult patients may switch to this medication after dosage adjustment of Candesartan Cilexetil. Patients with reduced effective blood volume, kidney impairment, or liver impairment require initial dosage adjustments, and it should not be administered to patients with severe renal impairment or liver impairment.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)녹십자

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of essential hypertension

  • Essential hypertension
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Essential hypertension is often difficult to control within the normal range, and a single ingredient may not be sufficiently effective. In such cases, medications that combine multiple ingredients are used to manage blood pressure more reliably. This helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases and maintain health. Therefore, this medication is used for essential hypertension where individual ingredient treatments are not adequate.

How to take

Adult dose

The recommended dosage of this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken regardless of meals. Adult patients may switch to this medication after dosage adjustment of Candesartan Cilexetil. Patients with reduced effective blood volume, kidney impairment, or liver impairment require initial dosage adjustments, and it should not be administered to patients with severe renal impairment or liver impairment.

Precautions

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborn, especially during the second and third trimester of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. Individuals who are allergic to this medication or sulfonamide derivatives should not take it. It should not be administered to patients with severely impaired kidney function or serious liver function impairment, as well as specific diseases. Patients with very low blood pressure or those with issues related to fluid and electrolyte balance should use this medication cautiously, and caution is also needed in patients with liver or heart problems. Side effects such as headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and indigestion may occur during treatment, and in rare cases, severe allergic reactions or renal function impairment may arise. Regular blood tests and kidney function tests should be undertaken while taking the medication, and electrolyte levels should be closely monitored. It can interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, specific antibiotics, analgesics, etc., so patients must inform their physician or pharmacist about any medications they are currently taking. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not use this medication, and it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding while using it. Elderly patients should be cautious as this medication may pose a risk of excessively low blood pressure. In the case of overdose, symptoms like dizziness, hypotension, and electrolyte imbalances may occur, so immediate consultation with medical professionals is necessary. This medication is not recommended for use in children and adolescents as its safety and efficacy have not been established. When storing, keep it out of the reach of children, and store it in its original container to maintain quality. Be cautious of dizziness or fatigue when driving or operating machinery due to this medication's effects.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), angioedema, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain of oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice).

Mild side effects

  • Headache
  • back pain
  • dizziness
  • respiratory infections
  • symptoms similar to colds
  • sinusitis
  • bronchitis
  • urinary tract infections
  • nausea
  • contusion
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  • tachycardia
  • fatigue
  • abdominal pain
  • pharyngitis
  • dyslipidemia
  • nasopharyngitis
  • cough
  • increased blood glucose
  • elevated serum uric acid
  • increased ALT
  • increased AST
  • increased creatinine
  • increased urea
  • increased potassium
  • decreased sodium
  • leukopenia
  • neutropenia
  • agranulocytosis
  • dizziness
  • intestinal bleeding.

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

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 the effectiveness of the drug.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Bilaterally convex light orange oval tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

Same-ingredient medicines

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

Even with the same ingredient, the dose and directions can differ by strength and dosage form. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before switching from a medication you are already taking.

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.