Candesartan
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Candesartan
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Candesartan belongs to the unique class of antihyptensive agents called angiotensin II (AG II) receptor antagonists. The actions and uses are similar to those of Losartan.Its derivative Candesartan cilexetil is given orally in the treatment of hypertension, alone or in combination with other antihypertensive drugs. Candesartan like other angiotensin II receptor antagonist doesnot inhib Candesartan cilexetil the breakdown of bradykinins, and thus doesnot appear to cause persistant dry cough which complecates ACE inhibitor therapy, therefore Candesartan cilexetil is a useful alternative for patients who have to discontinue an ACE inhibitor because of persistant cough.
Indications
Candesartan is primarily indicated in conditions like Hypertension, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Diabetic nephropathy, Heart failure.
Contraindication
Candesartan is contraindicated in conditions like Cholestasis,Pregnancy,Breast feeding.
Side Effects
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Candesartan are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Headache, Nausea, Myalgia, Abdominal pain, Rashes, Arthralgia, Influenza like syndrome, Respiratory tract infections, Back pain.
Warnings
Hepatic and renal impairment; use with caution in renal artery stenosis, aortic or mitral valve stenosis and in obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.Monitor plasma-potassium concentration, particularly in elderly and in patients with renal impairment; lower initial doses may be appropriate in these patients.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Dosage
Candesartan Dosage for Adults
| Dose | 8 mg |
| Single Dose | 8 (8) |
| Frequency | 24 hourly |
| Route | PO |
| Note: Adjusted a/c to response. Max. 16 mg once daily. |
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