Atacand 8mg. 16mg. 32mg Tablet

Indication

Mild to moderate hypertension and heart failure.

Dosage (summary)

Initial: 8 mg once daily; Maintenance: 8-16 mg once daily; Max: 32 mg once daily.

Onset of Action / Duration

Onset: 2 hours, Duration: 24 hours

Special Populations

• Elderly
• Renal impairment
• Hepatic impairment

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in second and third trimesters; not recommended during first trimester.

Key Drug Interactions

• Potassium-sparing diuretics
• Lithium
• NSAIDs

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity
• Severe renal impairment
• Pregnancy
• Severe hepatic impairment
• Bilateral renal artery stenosis

Common side effects

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Respiratory infection

Counselling Points

• Take once daily with or without food
• Monitor blood pressure regularly
• Avoid potassium supplements