CandeDuo Tablets 10/16 milligrams

Adult dose

Candesartan Cilexetil for essential hypertension: The recommended oral dose is 8 to 16 mg once daily. If blood pressure control is insufficient after 4 weeks of treatment at 16 mg, the dose may be increased up to a maximum of 32 mg once daily. For heart failure: The initial dose is 4 mg once daily, and the dose may be doubled at intervals of more than 2 weeks up to a maximum of 32 mg once daily. Rosuvastatin for primary hypercholesterolemia, etc.: Once per day,

Child dose

Candesartan Cilexetil use in pediatric patients: Safety and efficacy in adolescents and children under 18 years have not been established.

This medication can cause severe harm to the fetus, especially during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters of pregnancy, so it must be discontinued immediately if pregnancy is confirmed. It should not be taken by individuals allergic to it, those with liver dysfunction, severe renal impairment, myopathy, hereditary angioedema, and other specific conditions. Women of childbearing potential must ensure proper contraception before taking this medication and should not use it if planning to become pregnant or during pregnancy. Elderly patients or those with weakened liver function should use this medication cautiously, and patients with high serum potassium levels or impaired kidney function should also be careful. This drug may cause muscle-related side effects such as myalgia, muscle weakness, or rhabdomyolysis, so if symptoms of muscle pain or weakness occur, it is essential to consult a physician immediately. Regular liver function tests and muscle enzyme (CK) tests should be performed before and during treatment, and the medication may need to be discontinued based on the findings. This medication may interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, potassium supplements, etc., so if taking other medications, it is essential to inform healthcare providers. Care should be taken while driving or operating machinery as dizziness or fatigue may occur. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer the medication to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, angioedema, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, breathing difficulty, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory anomalies accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme fatigue, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities,

Mild side effects

• Headache
• nasopharyngitis
• itching
• fatigue
• dermatitis
• generalized itching
• musculoskeletal discomfort
• joint stiffness
• limb pain
• musculoskeletal pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to keep the storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Yellow round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP X 3]