ARB16 mg
Tablet
Candesartan Cilexetil
Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.
Product Code : 1242
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Medicine overview
Indications of ARB 16 mg
ARB 16 mg is indicated for hypertension, heart failure with impaired left ventricular systolic function.
Theropeutic Class
Angiotensin-ll receptor blocker
Pharmacology
ARB 16 mg is an ester prodrug that is hydrolysed in the body to the active form Candesartan during absorption from the gastro-intestinal tract. Candesartan is angiotensin II receptor (type AT1) antagonist. Candesartan blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of angiotensin II by selectively blocking the binding of angiotensin II to the AT1 receptor in many tissues (eg, vascular smooth muscle, adrenal gland).
Dosage & Administration of ARB 16 mg
Hypertention: initially 8 mg (hepatic impairment 2 mg, renal impairment or intravascular volume depletion 4 mg) once daily, increased if necessary at intervals of 4 weeks to max 32 mg once daily; usual maintenance dose 8 mg once daily.Heart failure: initially 4 mg once daily, increased at intervals of at least 2 weeks to target dose of 32 mg once daily or to max tolerated dose.
Dosage of ARB 16 mg
Hypertention: initially 8 mg (hepatic impairment 2 mg, renal impairment or intravascular volume depletion 4 mg) once daily, increased if necessary at intervals of 4 weeks to max 32 mg once daily; usual maintenance dose 8 mg once daily.Heart failure: initially 4 mg once daily, increased at intervals of at least 2 weeks to target dose of 32 mg once daily or to max tolerated dose.
Interaction of ARB 16 mg
No significant drug interactions have been reported in studies of ARB 16 mg given with other drugs such as glyburide, nifedipine, digoxin, warfarin, hydrochlorothiazide and oral contraceptives in healthy volunteers. Because candesartan is not metabolised by the cytochrome P-450 system and has no effects on P-450 enzymes, interactions with drugs that inhibit, or are metabolised by, those enzymes could not be expected.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component of this product. Pregnancy, breast-feeding, cholestasis.
Side Effects of ARB 16 mg
Side-effects are usually mild. Symptomatic hypotension including dizziness may occur, particularly in patients with intravascular volume depletion (e.g. those taking high dose diuretics). Hyperkalemia occurs occassionally; angioedema has also been reported with some angiotension II receptor antagonist. Also vertigo, headache; rarely hepatitis, blood disorders, hyponatraemia, back pain, arthralgia, myalgia, rash, urticaria, pruritous.
Pregnancy & Lactation
When pregnancy is detected, ARB 16 mg should be discontinued as soon as possible. It should be used in lactation.
Precautions & Warnings
Candesartan should be used with caution in renal artery stenosis, aortic or mitral valve stenosis and in obstructive hypertropic cardiomyopathy. Monitoring of plasma-potassium concentration is advised, particularly in the elderly and in patients with renal impairment; lower initial doses may be appropriate in these patients.
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool & dry place. Protect from light and moisture
Use In Special Populations
Use in pediatric: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
Drug Classes
Angiotensin-ll receptor blocker
Mode Of Action
ARB 16 mg is an ester prodrug that is hydrolysed in the body to the active form Candesartan during absorption from the gastro-intestinal tract. Candesartan is angiotensin II receptor (type AT1) antagonist. Candesartan blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of angiotensin II by selectively blocking the binding of angiotensin II to the AT1 receptor in many tissues (eg, vascular smooth muscle, adrenal gland).
Pregnancy
When pregnancy is detected, ARB 16 mg should be discontinued as soon as possible. It should be used in lactation.
Pediatric Uses
Use in pediatric: Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established.
Disclaimer
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