{"product_id":"atacand-8mg-tablets-28s","title":"Atacand 8mg Tablets 28's","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAtacand 8mg Tablets\u003c\/b\u003e is a prescription medication containing the active ingredient \u003cb\u003ecandesartan cilexetil\u003c\/b\u003e. It belongs to a class of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) and is primarily used to treat \u003cb\u003ehigh blood pressure (hypertension)\u003c\/b\u003e and manage \u003cb\u003eheart failure\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrimary Medical Uses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh Blood Pressure:\u003c\/b\u003e It works by blocking a hormone called angiotensin II, which naturally tightens blood vessels. By blocking it, Atacand helps blood vessels relax and widen, lowering blood pressure and making it easier for the heart to pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeart Failure:\u003c\/b\u003e It is prescribed to improve survival rates and reduce hospitalizations in adult patients with reduced heart muscle function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Take It\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eConsistency:\u003c\/b\u003e Take the tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually \u003cb\u003eonce daily at the same time each day\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith or Without Food:\u003c\/b\u003e You can take this medication with food or on an empty stomach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDo Not Double Dose:\u003c\/b\u003e If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember if it is within 12 hours of your normal time. If more than 12 hours have passed, skip the missed dose completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCritical Safety Warnings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e❌ \u003cb\u003ePregnancy Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e Atacand carries a boxed warning for fetal toxicity. \u003cb\u003eDo not use this medication if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding\u003c\/b\u003e, as it can cause serious harm or death to an unborn baby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDizziness and Low Blood Pressure:\u003c\/b\u003e You may experience dizziness, especially when standing up quickly. It is recommended to avoid sudden changes in posture and stay well-hydrated to mitigate this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedical Monitoring:\u003c\/b\u003e Your healthcare provider will likely schedule regular blood tests to check your \u003cb\u003ekidney function\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epotassium levels\u003c\/b\u003e, as ARBs can affect both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Side Effects\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDizziness or lightheadedness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHeadaches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eRespiratory tract infections or flu-like symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eElevated potassium levels (hyperkalemia) \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53484173099308,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/prescription-required.png?v=1745497922","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/atacand-8mg-tablets-28s","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}