Candeval Tablets 8/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning) if possible. If blood pressure control is not adequate, the dosage can be adjusted to 8/5 mg, 16/5 mg, or 16/10 mg. For patients with kidney impairment, a starting dose of 4 mg of candesartan cilexetil is recommended, and for patients with liver impairment, a starting dose of 1 daily.

Child dose

The safety and efficacy of this medication in children under 18 years have not been established, so its administration is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus and newborns, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. This medication should not be used in patients with certain diseases or conditions. For example, it is contraindicated in individuals with an allergy to this medication or similar medications, in pregnant or breastfeeding women, in patients with severe liver dysfunction, or in patients with certain kidney diseases or diabetes. Elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia, patients with mild liver impairment, those with severe hypotension, patients with heart valve disease, and patients with impaired kidney function should use this medication with special caution and should closely monitor their condition under a physician's instructions. During treatment with this medication, side effects such as headache, dizziness, peripheral edema, changes in blood lipids, and flushing may occur, and in rare cases, serious allergic reactions, renal function deterioration, or blood abnormalities may manifest, so immediate consultation with healthcare personnel is necessary if any abnormal symptoms occur. This medication may interact with other antihypertensive agents, diuretics, potassium supplements, etc., so it is essential to inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medications. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication or stop breastfeeding if they do. This medication is not recommended for use in children or adolescents as its safety and efficacy have not been sufficiently established. Elderly patients should be monitored more carefully while taking this medication due to the risk of significantly lowered blood pressure, which could lead to stroke. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and increased heart rate may occur; immediate medical attention is required in such cases. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and caution should be taken as transferring it to other containers may compromise its quality. Care should be taken when driving or operating machinery as dizziness or drowsiness may occur.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, severe skin reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, breathing problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes, extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• peripheral edema
• increased serum triglycerides
• flushing
• dizziness
• facial nerve palsy
• nasopharyngitis
• bronchitis
• conjunctivitis
• upper respiratory infections

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage can help ensure the long-term effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

5 tablets/bottle, 30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle