Candesartan
Atacand (candesartan) is a brand-name medication belonging to a class of drugs called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). It is primarily used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children. The medication works by relaxing blood vessels, making it easier for the heart to pump blood throughout the body.
Atacand is an ARB used to treat high blood pressure by relaxing blood vessels.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 215458
- Generic
- Atacand
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Atacand is used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) in adults and children. It may also be used to treat heart failure and to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in certain patients.
Atacand blocks the action of angiotensin II, a substance in the body that causes blood vessels to tighten. By blocking this effect, it helps blood vessels relax and widen, lowering blood pressure.
Atacand is typically taken once daily with or without food. Common side effects may include dizziness, headache, and upper respiratory infection. It should not be used during pregnancy as it may harm an unborn baby. Patients should avoid potassium supplements and salt substitutes containing potassium unless directed by a doctor.
Official drug label
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