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Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's

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Composition

CANDESARTAN-8MG

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

for this medicine

About Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and lower the risk of stroke in certain people with heart disease. Hypertension is a medical condition in which blood pressure is elevated persistently (<140/90) in the arteries. Heart failure is a condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood as effectively as it should.

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's contains Candesartan which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II thereby preventing blood vessels from narrowing, in turn lowering the blood pressure and improving the overall blood flow.

Take Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's with or without food daily at the same time and swallow whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it. Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration prescribed by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience side effects like feeling dizzy or faint or having a spinning sensation (vertigo) and headaches. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to any medicines or food products, inform your doctor. It is advised to complete a full course of medication and not stop taking Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's suddenly, as it may cause recurring symptoms or worsen the condition. Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for pregnant, breastfeeding women and children below six years of age. Do not consume alcohol with Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of low blood pressure. Avoid potassium supplements with Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's as they may lead to high potassium levels in the blood.

Uses of Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's

Hypertension (high blood pressure), heart failure and prevention of heart attack.

Medicinal Benefits

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's contains Candesartan, used to treat high blood pressure and prevent heart failure. Candesartan is an angiotensin II receptor blocker that blocks the action of a hormone called angiotensin II in the body, which causes the narrowing of blood vessels leading to high blood pressure. Thereby lowering high blood pressure by widening and relaxing blood vessels.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water, do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's

  • Feeling dizzy or faint or having a spinning sensation (vertigo)
  • Headaches

Drug Warnings

Do not take Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents if you have severe liver disease, diabetes, impaired kidney function, or if you are taking aliskiren. Inform your doctor if you have severe heart disease, aldosteronism (a disorder in which adrenal glands make too much of a hormone called aldosterone), dehydration, liver or kidney disease if you take medicines containing potassium if you have undergone kidney transplantation or dialysis. Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's is recommended not to take if you are pregnant, as it may cause fetal harm. Consult your doctor before taking Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding. Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below six years as efficacy and safety have not been established. Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol as it might cause increased dizziness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's may interact with diuretic medicines (e.g. amiloride, spironolactone), anti-hypertensive medications (e.g. aliskiren, enalapril, captopril) and potassium salts (e.g. potassium chloride, potassium citrate, potassium iodide).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's may interact with disease conditions, including diabetes, angioedema, hypotension or low blood pressure, congestive heart failure, hyperkalemia (high levels of potassium) and kidney or liver impairment.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • AMILORIDE
  • SPIRONOLACTONE
  • ALISKIREN
  • ENALAPRIL
  • CAPTOPRIL
  • POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
  • POTASSIUM CITRATE
  • POTASSIUM IODIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Create a well-balanced and healthy diet that includes vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, omega-3-rich foods, and lean protein sources.
  • Keep your weight under control with a BMI of 19.5-24.9.
  • Avoid chronic stress, as it can raise your blood pressure.
  • Spend time with your loved ones to cope with stress and practice mindfulness techniques.
  • Control your salt intake; consume no more than 2,300 mg each day.
  • Limit or avoid alcohol consumption.
  • Quitting smoking is the best strategy to lower the risk of heart disease.

Special Advise

  • Regular monitoring of blood pressure levels, kidney function and electrolyte levels while taking Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's is advised.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hypertension: The blood exerts increased pressure on the walls of blood vessels leading to hypertension. High blood pressure is expressed as systolic/diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries when the heart beats or pumps blood out. Diastolic pressure is the pressure in the arteries between the heartbeats. Blood pressure is measured in millimetres of mercury (mmHg) by a blood pressure monitor called a sphygmomanometer. Some of the symptoms are headache, dizziness, nosebleeds, altered vision, chest pain, weakness, and shortness of breath. However, most of the time, the signs and symptoms of hypertension are none.

Heart failure: Heart failure occurs when the heart cannot pump sufficient blood to the other parts of the body. Symptoms include fatigue, shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, and swollen legs.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - CAN0005

FAQs

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's contains Candesartan which works by blocking the action of a hormone called angiotensin II thereby preventing blood vessels from narrowing, in turn lowering the blood pressure and improving the overall blood flow.
It is recommended not to stop taking Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor on your own as it may lead to a rise in blood pressure. Continue taking Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor prescribes it. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty taking Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's.
High blood pressure increases the workload on the arteries and heart. If untreated, it could damage the heart, brain, and kidney's blood vessels, resulting in a stroke, heart failure or kidney failure. Hypertension increases the risk of heart attacks. Therefore, anti-hypertensives such as Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's are used to lower the blood pressure to normal; this reduces the risk of developing these disorders.
Avoid taking diuretics with Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's unless prescribed by the doctor.
Talk to your doctor before taking potassium supplements, potassium-sparing diuretics or salt substitutes along with Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's as it might cause an increase in serum potassium and serum creatinine levels.
Quit smoking & alcohol, do regular exercise and eat proper food; making these important lifestyle changes can help your heart's health.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's as it may cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's belongs to pregnancy category D. Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in pregnancy, as Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's can cause harm to the developing fetus.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown if Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's passes into breastmilk. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's may cause dizziness, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have had a liver impairment/disorder history, inform your doctor before receiving the Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have had a kidney impairment/disorder history, inform your doctor before receiving the Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Caution

Candelong 8mg Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below six years as efficacy and safety have not been established.

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