| Acne |
No |
| Active substance |
Candesartan Cilexetil |
| Also known as |
Candesartan |
| Aromatization |
No |
| Blood pressure |
Effectively lowers blood pressure |
| Chemical name |
1-[[(cyclohexyloxy)carbonyl]oxy]ethyl 2-ethoxy-1-[[2'-(1H-tetrazol-5-yl)[1,1'-biphenyl]-4-yl]methyl]-1H-benzimidazole-7-carboxylate |
| Dosage (medical) |
Typically 8-32 mg once daily |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Lowers blood pressure, reduces strain on the heart, may improve survival after heart attacks |
| Formula |
C33H34N6O6 |
| Half-life |
Approximately 9 hours |
| HBR |
No |
| Hepatotoxicity |
No |
| Lab Test |
Monitoring of blood pressure and renal function may be required |
| Main action |
Blocks the action of angiotensin II, resulting in vasodilation and reduction in blood pressure |
| Side effects |
Dizziness, headache, back pain, sore throat, abdominal pain, diarrhea |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, protect from moisture and light |
| Substance class |
Angiotensin II receptor blocker |
| Trade name |
Atacand |
| Use in sports |
Not typically used in sports for performance enhancement |
| WAREHOUSE |
International Warehouse 2 |
| Water Retention |
No |
| Manufacturer |
AstraZeneca |
