Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide
Information about Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide
Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide Uses
Candesartan+Hydrochlorothiazide is used in the treatment of Hypertension (high blood pressure).
How Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide works
Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide is a combination of two medicines: Candesartan and hydrochlorothiazide which lower blood pressure effectively. Candesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels.This allows the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently. Hydrochlorothiazide is a diuretic that removes extra water and certain electrolytes from the body. Over time it also relaxes blood vessels and improves blood flow.
Common side effects of Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide
Dizziness, Upper respiratory tract infection, Back pain, Flu-like symptoms
Available Medicine for Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide
Candelong HMicro Labs Ltd
₹451 variant(s)
Expert advice for Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide
- You have been prescribed Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide for the treatment of high blood pressure.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide may cause dehydration. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you develop extreme thirst, very dry mouth or muscle weakness.
- It may cause dizziness. Get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
- Use of Candesartan + Hydrochlorothiazide during pregnancy or breastfeeding is unsafe.
- It may also decrease the risk of stroke and heart attacks.