CantaBell A 16/5/20 mg Tablets

Adult dose

This drug is to be taken once daily, one tablet, with or without food, and preferably at the same time each day (e.g., in the morning). Dosage should be individualized for each patient based on the efficacy and tolerability of the candesartan cilexetil/amlodipine combination and atorvastatin. - Candesartan Cilexetil/Amlodipine Combination In cases where blood pressure is uncontrolled, the following dosages may be administered: 8/5 mg:

This drug may cause serious harm to the fetus or newborn when administered to pregnant women, so if pregnancy is confirmed, it should be discontinued immediately. If there are muscle-related diseases or severe muscle pain, or if muscle enzyme levels increase, the intake of this drug should be stopped, particularly in cases where there is a risk factor such as renal impairment, severe infection, or hypotension. This drug should not be used in patients with allergies to certain ingredients, severe liver disease, severe renal impairment, history of angioedema, or in children under 10 years of age. Elderly patients, those with hyperkalemia, mild to moderate liver impairment, severe hypotension, valvular heart disease, and renal transplant recipients should be particularly cautious when using this drug. While taking this medication, blood pressure, kidney function, and electrolyte levels should be monitored regularly, and any symptoms of muscle pain or drug side effects should be reported to a healthcare professional immediately. This drug can interact with other antihypertensives, diuretics, specific antibiotics, antiviral agents, etc., so it is essential to inform healthcare professionals about any other medications being taken. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while driving or operating machinery, so caution is necessary. It is advisable to avoid excessive intake of grapefruit juice while taking this drug, and if there are indications of liver dysfunction or muscle abnormalities, the administration should be discontinued immediately and medical consultation sought.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), dyspnea, jaundice of the skin or eyes, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions (severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes), severe neurological symptoms (sudden and very severe headache, seizures, confusion, vision disturbances, paralysis), rhabdomyolysis, acute renal failure, liver dysfunction (hepatitis, fulminant hepatitis, liver failure, jaundice), angioedema, thrombocytopenia, undefined

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• headache
• fainting
• chest pain
• swelling
• palpitations
• urinary tract infection
• gastrointestinal pain
• increased blood pressure
• fatigue

This drug should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is advisable to store it at room temperature, specifically between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Dark pink oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/PTP