Candesartan Cilexetil Pharmacology

Candesartan Cilexetil

About Candesartan Cilexetil
Angiotensin || Antagonist, Antihypertensive agent
Mechanism of Action of Candesartan Cilexetil
It is a antagonist of angiotensin 2 at AT-1 receptor.It decreases peripheral resistance and lowers BP in hypertensive individuals. It blocks all actions of angiotensin-2 such as 1.Vasoconstriction,2. Central and peripheral sympathetic stimulus,3. Release of aldosterone and adrenaline,4. Salt and water reabsorption ,5.Central actions like thirst,vasopressin release, and growth promoting actions on heart and blood vessals
Pharmacokinets of Candesartan Cilexetil
Absorption: Absorbed after oral administration
Distribution: Widely distributed in to the body in a protein bound form
Metabolism: Undergoes Hepatic metabolism
Excretion: Excreted through faeces and urine
Onset of Action for Candesartan Cilexetil
2 to 4 hr
Duration of Action for Candesartan Cilexetil
24 hr
Half Life of Candesartan Cilexetil
N/A
Side Effects of Candesartan Cilexetil
1.Dizziness
2.Hypotension
3.Nausea
4.Diarrhea
5.Constipation
6.Dry mouth
7.Muscle weakness
8.Upper respiratory tract infection
Contra-indications of Candesartan Cilexetil
Hypersensitivity to the drug
Special Precautions while taking Candesartan Cilexetil
1.Heart failure
2.Renal impairment
3.Hepatic impairment
4.Obstructive biliary disorders
5.Avoid alcohol
6.Hyperkalemia
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Contraindicated
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Candesartan Cilexetil
Hypertension
Interactions for Candesartan Cilexetil
Diuretics and other antihypertensives: Increased risk of hypotension
Lithium: Increased lithium blood level
NSAID: Decreased antihypertensive effect
Potassium sparing diuretics, Potassium supplements: Increased risk of hyperkalemia
Typical Dosage for Candesartan Cilexetil
Starts with 16 mg daily.Dose range is 2 to 32 mg/day as a single dose or divided in two doses
Schedule of Candesartan Cilexetil
H
Storage Requirements for Candesartan Cilexetil
Store at room temperature at a range of 15 to 30 degree C.Protects from direct heat and light and store in a tightly closed container
Effects of Missed Dosage of Candesartan Cilexetil
N/A
Effects of Overdose of Candesartan Cilexetil
N/A

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