Candesartan Benefits & Uses

Candesartan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Other Benefits

Heart Failure

Candesartan Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 16 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 16 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 16 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: High Blood Pressure Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Candesartan Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Candesartan is used -

Moderate

Difficulty breathing
Depression
Irregular heartbeat
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Fatigue
Dizziness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Anxiety
Nausea or vomiting
Headache

Unknown

Weakness

Candesartan Related Warnings

Is the use of Candesartan safe for pregnant women?

Candesartan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Candesartan safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Candesartan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Candesartan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Candesartan on the Kidneys?

Candesartan is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Candesartan on the Liver?

Side effects of Candesartan rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Candesartan on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Candesartan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Candesartan with Other Drugs

Candesartan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Potassium Citrate

Moderate

Acarbose

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Phenobarbital

Paracetamol,Codeine

Candesartan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Candesartan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperkalemia
Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
Diabetes
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Candesartan

Is this Candesartan habit forming or addictive?

Candesartan does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Candesartan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Candesartan can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Candesartan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Candesartan for mental disorders.

No

Candesartan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Candesartan

When consumed with certain foods, Candesartan may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Candesartan

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Candesartan.

Unknown