Atacand Hct

Information on Atacand Hct

Tablets
Chemical Name: CANDESARTAN (kan-de-SAR-tan) and HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE (hye-droe-klor-oh-THYE-a-zide)

Common uses
This medicine is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and thiazide diuretic combinati

Before using
WARNING: This drug can cause serious fetal harm if used during the las

Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor. Th

Cautions
IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE ALLERGIC REACTION to this medicine or any other sulfonamide medi

Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include dizziness or lighth

Drug interactions
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If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room imme

Additional information
Your blood pressure should be lower within 2 weeks. It may take 4 weeks for

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