Candesartan HCTZ 16/12.5 (Apotex) TM
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Active ingredients: candesartan + hydrochlorothiazide
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APOTEX-CANDESARTAN HCTZ 16/12.5 candesartan cilexetil and hydrochlorothiazide 16/12.5mg tablet blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
The treatment of hypertension. Treatment should not be initiated with this fixed dose combination.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- Peach, capsule shaped, scored, biconvex, non film coated tablets, engraved APO with notch on one side and 16 bisect 12.5 on the other side
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 30 pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan + hydrochlorothiazide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
