Candesartan Cilexetil-Hctz (Atacand HCT)

Alternate Name: Atacand HCT

Description: Atacand HCT is prescribed for the treatment of hypertension (high blood pressure). The generic version of Atacand HCT is Candesartan/Hydrochlorothiazide. The average Atacand HCT price is about $197 for a supply of 30, 32 mg/12.5 mg tablets. You can use our LowerMyRx savings offer to get an average Atacand HCT discount of up to 80% off of the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.

Dosage Form: Tablet

Administration Route: By mouth

Drug Class: Angiotensin II Receptor Antagonist/Thiazide Combination, Antihypertensive, Cardiovascular Agent

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 16-12.5 MG

Warnings: This medicine is not safe to take during pregnancy, especially in your second or third trimester. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney problems, liver disease, diabetes, gout, heart or blood vessel disease, heart failure, high cholesterol, lupus, trouble urinating, allergies, or a history of asthma. This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problemsEye or vision problems, including glaucoma, myopiaChanges in blood sugar levelsIncreased risk for skin cancer This medicine could lower your blood pressure too much, especially when you first use it or if you are dehydrated. Stand or sit up slowly if you feel lightheaded or dizzy. Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life. Drink plenty of fluids if you exercise, sweat more than usual, or have diarrhea or vomiting while you are using this medicine. This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Food Warnings: Do not use this medicine together with aliskiren if you have diabetes., Some foods and medicines can affect how candesartan/hydrochlorothiazide works. Tell your doctor if you are using any of the following:Aliskiren, cholestyramine, colestipol, cyclophosphamide, cyclosporine, diazoxide, digoxin, lithium, methotrexateOther blood pressure medicine, including ACE inhibitorsInsulin or diabetes medicineMuscle relaxantsNSAIDs (including aspirin, celecoxib, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen)Steroid medicine, Ask your doctor before you use any medicine, supplement, or salt substitute that contains potassium., Alcohol, narcotic pain relievers, or sleeping pills may cause you to feel more lightheaded, dizzy, or faint when used with this medicine. Tell your doctor if you drink alcohol or use pain relievers or sleeping pills., Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor, even if you feel well. This medicine will not cure your high blood pressure, but it will help keep it in normal range. You may have to take blood pressure medicine for the rest of your life., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments., Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.