Mylacand 8 mg, 16 mg Tablet

Mylacand 8 mg, 16 mg Tablet

S3
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 19 December 2023


Clinical Summary

Quick overview from the medicine insert

Indication

Treatment of mild to moderate hypertension and heart failure.

Dosage (summary)

Initial dose: 8 mg once daily; maintenance: 8-16 mg once daily; max: 32 mg. Heart failure: Initial 4 mg, titrate to 32 mg.

Onset of Action / Duration

Onset: 4 weeks, Duration: Not specified.

Special Populations

  • Elderly
  • Renal impairment
  • Hepatic impairment

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in pregnancy; not established in breastfeeding.

Key Drug Interactions

  • Potassium-sparing diuretics
  • Lithium
  • NSAIDs

Contraindications

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

Common side effects

  • Hyperkalaemia
  • Hypotension
  • Renal impairment
  • Dizziness

Counselling Points

  • Monitor blood pressure regularly
  • Avoid potassium supplements
  • Discontinue if pregnancy occurs

Serious warnings

  • Risk of hypotension in heart failure patients
  • Dual blockade of RAAS contraindicated
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