Candesartan E/S Tablet 16/2.5 mg (Candesartan, Amlodipine)

Adult dose

The recommended dosage for this medication is one tablet once daily, taken with water regardless of meals. It is recommended to take it at the same time every day (e.g., in the morning). For patients with kidney impairment, an initial dose of 4 mg of Candesartan Cilexetil once daily is recommended, so it is not advisable to administer this medication for initial treatment. For patients with liver impairment, an initial dose of 2 mg of Candesartan Cilexetil once daily is recommended.

Child dose

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

This medication can cause serious harm to the fetus when 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 used in patients with allergies to specific medications, pregnant or breastfeeding women, patients with severe liver or kidney damage, and patients with certain heart diseases or vascular disorders. Particular caution should be exercised when using this medication in elderly patients or those with high serum potassium levels, impaired liver function, or hypotensive patients. Patients with reduced kidney function or those who have recently undergone kidney transplants also require careful monitoring. While taking this medication, various side effects such as dizziness, headache, dyspepsia, swelling, myalgia, and rash may occur, and if unusual symptoms appear, patients should consult a doctor or pharmacist. Patients with heart failure or kidney disease should regularly monitor their blood pressure and kidney function as well as serum potassium levels, and caution is needed when combining this medication with other antihypertensives or specific diuretics due to an increased risk of side effects. This medication can interact with other drugs, so patients must inform their healthcare provider of any additional medications being taken, and it is advisable to avoid taking it with grapefruit juice. Dizziness or drowsiness may occur while driving or operating machinery, requiring caution, and there is a risk of fainting due to sudden drops in blood pressure, so patients should rest immediately if symptoms occur. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children and adolescents have not been established, so its use is not recommended. In case of overdose, symptoms may include hypotension, dizziness, and tachycardia, and immediate medical treatment should be sought, as this medication is not removed by dialysis and requires specialized treatment. When stored, this medication should be kept in an airtight container that prevents air and moisture exposure, and should be kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage can help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent degradation.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, painful mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory problems accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis,

Mild side effects

• Hemorrhoids
• gastritis
• epigastric pain
• colon polyps
• pancreatitis
• chronic gastritis
• gastroesophageal reflux disease
• irritable bowel syndrome
• reflux
• constipation

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container that can block air and moisture, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the effectiveness and prevent deterioration of the medication.

Appearance

White, biconvex, round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle