Candesan S Tablet 16/5 mg (Candesartan, Amlodipine)

Adult dose

The recommended dose for this medication is one tablet once a day, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time daily (e.g., in the morning). For patients with renal impairment, the initial dose of Candesartan cilexetil of 4 mg once daily is recommended, thus initial treatment with this medication is not preferable. For patients with hepatic impairment, the initial dose of Candesartan cilexetil of 2 mg once daily is recommended.

Child dose

Safety and efficacy for adolescents and children under 18 years have not been established, and administration of this medication is not recommended.

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus if taken during pregnancy, especially in the second and third trimesters, so it should be discontinued immediately upon confirmation of pregnancy. This medication should not be administered to patients with specific allergic reactions or severely impaired liver or kidney function, or to women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Caution is required for elderly patients, those with very low blood pressure, patients with compromised liver function, and those with reduced kidney function; the risk of side effects may increase if this medication is taken with certain other medications. Side effects such as dizziness, headache, dyspepsia, edema, and chest discomfort may occur; if any unusual symptoms develop, consult a doctor immediately. Serious side effects such as excessively low blood pressure or irregular heartbeats may occur; hence, patients with heart failure or kidney disease should regularly monitor their blood pressure and kidney function. Interactions may occur when taken with other antihypertensive drugs, diuretics, or potassium-sparing medications; therefore, it is crucial to inform the doctor of any other medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should avoid taking this medication, and breast-feeding women are advised to discontinue breast-feeding while on this medication. Dizziness may occur while driving or operating machinery; caution is advised. In case of overdose, symptoms like decreased blood pressure, dizziness, and rapid heartbeat may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attack, respiratory abnormalities with cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, sudden and extremely severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion of consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Hemorrhoids
• gastritis
• upper abdominal pain
• colonic polyps
• pancreatitis
• chronic gastritis
• gastroesophageal reflux disease
• irritable bowel syndrome
• reflux
• constipation

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

Appearance

White, biconvex, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle - 30 tablets/bottle