Candesartan Cilexetil and Amlodipine Tablet 8/5 mg

Adult dose

The recommended dose for this medication is 1 tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is advised to take it at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning) if possible.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy for pediatric patients under 18 years has not been established, and the use of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus, especially during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This medication should not be used by individuals with hypersensitivity to it, pregnant women, patients with severe liver impairment, or those with specific kidney dysfunctions. Special caution is required when administering this medication to elderly patients, patients with hyperkalemia, liver impairment, or severe hypotension. Various adverse reactions such as dizziness, headache, peripheral edema, and flushing may occur, and if symptoms are severe, a consultation with a physician is necessary. Due to the strong blood pressure-lowering effects, patients with hypotension or heart failure should regularly monitor their blood pressure and kidney function during treatment. The risk of side effects may increase when this medication is combined with other antihypertensive drugs or specific diuretics, so consultation with healthcare providers is essential. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised not to take this medication, and if necessary, a thorough consultation with a specialist should be conducted before making a decision. Safety has not been established for pediatric patients and adolescents under 18 years, and its use is not recommended. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery due to the potential for dizziness or drowsiness. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, and tachycardia may occur, and appropriate treatment should be sought immediately from a medical facility.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headaches, lightning bolt headaches, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, markedly reduced urine output, severe swelling throughout the body along with increased blood pressure, severe edema or urination problems, angioedema (face,

Mild side effects

• Headache
• peripheral edema
• increase in triglycerides
• dizziness
• facial nerve paralysis
• nasopharyngitis
• bronchitis
• conjunctivitis
• upper respiratory infection
• pneumonia

This medication may be sensitive to air and humidity, so it should be stored in a tightly closed container. A storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius is recommended to maintain the medication's effectiveness for an extended period.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 100 tablets/bottle