CC-8 TAB

Overview

CC-8 TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CC-8 TAB is composed of: CANDESARTAN (8 MG)

Candesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Candesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.Candesartan is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children who are at least 1 year old. Lowering blood pressure can reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, or other heart complications.Candesartan is also used in adults with certain types of heart failure, to reduce serious complications or death due to heart damage.Candesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB). It works by blocking the hormone angiotensin thereby relaxing blood vessels, allowing the blood to flow more smoothly and the heart to pump more efficiently.

Usage

CANDESARTAN is generally used to treat: Hypertension, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Acute Kidney Failure
CANDESARTAN can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Irregular Heartbeat

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Generally considered as Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for CC-8 TAB and its Constituents

• You have been prescribed Candesartan to improve your blood pressure.
• Lowering blood pressure reduces chances of future heart attack & strokes.
• It may also be used to treat chronic (long-standing) heart failure.
• It protects kidney function, which is especially useful for people with diabetes or mild-to-moderate kidney diseases.
• Candesartan can make you feel dizzy for the first few days. Take it preferably at bedtime and rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. Candesartan may cause the level of potassium in blood to go up. Avoid taking potassium supplements and potassium-rich foods such as banana and broccoli.
•  Do not take Candesartan during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while taking Candesartan.
• If you have diabetes, do not use candesartan together with any medication that contains aliskiren (Amturnide, Tekturna, Tekamlo).
• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to candesartan.
• You may also need to avoid taking candesartan with aliskiren if you have kidney disease.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
• Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.You may take candesartan with or without food.

Symptoms of Overdosage

CANDESARTAN over-dosage can result in: Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Dizziness, Fainting

Common Side-Effects

CANDESARTAN : Dizziness, Sinus Infection, Hypotension, Hyperkalemia, Back Pain, Ears Pain, Runny Nose, Sneezing

Serious Side-Effects

CANDESARTAN : Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Upper Respiratory Tract Infections, Hyperkalemia, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat

Rare Side-Effects

CANDESARTAN : Breathlessness, Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Arms Pain, Jaws Pain, Back Pain, Gums Bleeding, Chills, Cough, Fever, Feet Swelling, Vomit, Pain With Urination, Lightheadedness

Disease Interactions

CANDESARTAN can interfere with: Hypotension, Congestive Heart Disease, Angioedema, Diabetes Mellitus, Hyperkalemia, Renal Artery Stenosis, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

CANDESARTAN is categorized as: ANGIOTENSIN RECEPTOR BLOCKERS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily	74%
2 Times Daily	18%

What was the Dosage Advised?

1tab	70%
250mg	19%
2TABS	7%

Directions with respect to food?

After Food

100%

How long was it prescribed?

28 Days	23%
30 Days	19%
90 Days	13%
14 Days	10%
180 Days	8%
60 Days	7%
10 Days	5%
42 Days	4%
56 Days	2%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	1%
5 to 12yrs	1%
12 to 18yrs	2%
18 to 35yrs	47%
35 to 50yrs	16%
50 to 60yrs	11%
60 to 70yrs	14%
70yrs and above	9%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

71%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Gynaecologist	36%
Orthopaedist	25%
Pulmonologist	23%
Physician	13%
Gastroenterologist	2%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

RABICIP 20MG TAB	12%
DEPURA	10%
SCOR HB TAB	10%

Available Alternatives for CC-8 TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CANDESARTAN		CANDESARTAN
CC-8 TAB	INR for 90 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 8 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ANGIOSART 20MG TAB	INR 35.43 for 10 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 20.0 MG
ANGIOSART 40MG TAB	INR 65 for 10 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 40.0 MG
CANDELONG 16MG TAB	INR 61.65 for 10 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 16.0 MG
CANDELONG 4MG TAB	INR 28 for 10 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 4.0 MG
CANDELONG 8MG TAB	INR 47.77 for 10 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 8.0 MG
CANDELONG H 8MG/12.5MG TAB	INR 45 for 10 TABLETS	HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 12.5 MG, CANDESARTAN 8.0 MG
CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL		CANDESARTAN
CANDESTAN 8MG TAB	INR 35 for 10 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 8 MG
CANTAR 16MG TAB	INR 69.3 for 10 TABLETS	CANDESARTAN 16.0 MG