Candesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide (Systemic)
Brand Names : Atacand HCT
Proper Use of This MedicineDosing - For patients taking this medicine for
high blood pressure
:
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This medicine works best if there is a constant amount in the blood.
To help keep this amount constant, do not miss any doses and take the medicine
at the same time each day.
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In addition to the use of the medicine your doctor has prescribed,
treatment for your high blood pressure may include weight control and care
in the types of foods you eat, especially foods high in sodium. Your doctor
will tell you which of these are most important for you. You should check
with your doctor before changing your diet.
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Many patients who have high blood pressure will not notice any signs
of the problem. In fact, many may feel normal. It is very important that you
take your medicine exactly as directed
and that
you keep your appointments with your doctor even if you feel well.
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Remember that this medicine will not cure your high blood pressure
but it does help control it. Therefore, you must continue to take it as directed
if you expect to lower your blood pressure and keep it down. You may have to take high blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life
. If high blood pressure is not treated, it can cause serious problems
such as heart failure, blood vessel disease, stroke, or kidney disease.
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This medicine may be taken with or without food.
The dose of candesartan hydrochlorothiazide will be different for different
patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions
on the label
. The following information includes only the average doses
of candesartan and hydrochlorothiazide combination. If your dose is different, do not change it
unless your doctor tells
you to do so.
The number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time
allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend
on the medical problem for which you are taking candesartan and hydrochlorothiazide
.
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For oral
dosage form (tablets):
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For high blood pressure:
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Adults - 1 tablet once a day. Your doctor may increase your dose
if needed.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it
as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip
the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double
doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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