About candesart an cilexetil
Angiotensin receptor blocker
Used for
- High blood pressure
- Heart failure with reduced pumping function
Usual adult dose
High blood pressure: usually 8 mg once daily, adjusted to 8–32 mg daily. Heart failure: start 4 mg once daily, gradually increase to 32 mg daily.
Usual dose in children
High blood pressure, ages 1–17: usually 0.2 mg/kg once daily, adjusted by weight and response; maximum 32 mg daily.
Common side effects
- Dizziness or light-headedness
- Low blood pressure
- High potassium
- Reduced kidney function
Important warnings
- May harm an unborn baby, especially after the first trimester.
- Monitor kidney function and potassium, particularly after starting or dose changes.
- Use cautiously with dehydration or kidney artery narrowing.
- Do not combine with aliskiren in people with diabetes.
Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy; stop promptly if pregnancy is discovered because it can seriously harm the fetus.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding data are limited; an alternative may be preferred, especially for newborn or premature infants.
Interactions
- Potassium supplements or potassium-sparing diuretics can raise potassium.
- NSAIDs may worsen kidney function and reduce blood-pressure effects.
- Lithium levels and toxicity may increase.
- ACE inhibitors or aliskiren can increase low blood pressure, kidney problems, and high potassium risks.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.