Candesartan (Apo) TM
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Active ingredients: candesartan
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 4 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with 291 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 4 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with 291 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 32 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with L294 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 32 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with L294 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 16 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with L293 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 16 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with L293 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 8 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with 292 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 8 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with 292 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 4 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with 291 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 4 mg tablet bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the treatment of:,Hypertension,Patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction less than or equal to 40 percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- White to off white coloured, round shaped, biconvex tablets, engraved 'APO' on,one side and 'CA' scored '4' 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 Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 8 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with 292 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 8 mg tablet bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the treatment of:,Hypertension,Patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction less than or equal to 40 percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- Pink to light pink coloured, round shaped, biconvex tablets, engraved 'APO' on,one side and 'CA' bisect '8' 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 Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 16 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with L293 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 16 mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
The treatment of:,Hypertension.,Patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction less than or equal to 40 percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- Pink to light pink coloured, round shaped, biconvex tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "CA" bisect "16"
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 32 mg tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Treatment of hypertension.,Treatment of patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction <=40percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- Light pink, round, biconvex uncoated mottled tablets debossed with L294 on one side and break line on other side.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 28 pack
- 30 tablets pack
- 7 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: APO-CANDESARTAN candesartan cilexetil 32mg tablets bottleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
The treatment of:,Hypertension.,Patients with heart failure and impaired left ventricular systolic function (left ventricular ejection fraction less than or equal to 40 percent) as add-on therapy to ACE inhibitors or when ACE inhibitors are not tolerated.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet
- Oral
- Pink to light pink coloured, round shaped, biconvex tablets, engraved "APO" on one side and "CA" bisect "32"
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 100 pack
- 28 pack
- 30 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on December, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient candesartan
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
