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You can take atorvastatin و candesartan together as they do not interfere with each other's absorption or excretion.

Atorvastatin and candesartan are processed by different pathways in the body. Atorvastatin is primarily broken down by a liver enzyme called CYP3A4, while candesartan is not significantly processed by this system.

How to take atorvastatin and candesartan safely

• It is usually best to take them at the same time each day to help you remember.

• Always inform your doctor if you experience unusual muscle pain or weakness, which is a general side effect of statins, but not caused by taking it with candesartan.

احتياطات هامة

الحمل

You must not take candesartan if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it can cause serious harm or death to an unborn baby. Use effective contraception while taking it.

You must not take atorvastatin if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as it can harm the developing baby. Use effective contraception while taking it.

Muscle disorders (rhabdomyolysis) - atorvastatin

You must report any unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness to your doctor immediately. In rare cases, this can lead to serious kidney damage.

تحذيرات الطعام والشراب

عصير الجريب فروت

Grapefruit juice contains compounds that can increase the level of atorvastatin in your blood. This can increase your risk of side effects, such as muscle pain or damage.

Avoid drinking large quantities (more than 1.2 litres daily), though it is safest to avoid it altogether while taking this medicine.

الكحول

While there is no direct interaction, drinking large amounts of alcohol can increase the risk of liver problems with atorvastatin.

For candesartan, alcohol can increase the blood-pressure-lowering effect, which may make you feel dizzy or lightheaded. It is best to keep your alcohol intake within the recommended low-risk guidelines.

Salt substitutes (potassium-based)

Candesartan can increase the levels of potassium in your blood. Many 'low-sodium' salt substitutes contain potassium chloride.

Using these while taking candesartan can lead to dangerously high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia). Check with your pharmacist before using salt substitutes.

استخدام أدوية أخرى

تتناول أدوية متعددة؟ نحن مدقق تفاعلات الأدوية يساعدك في التحقق مما إذا كانت الوصفات الطبية والأدوية التي لا تحتاج إلى وصفة طبية والمكملات الغذائية آمنة لتناولها معًا. ببساطة ابحث عن أدويتك لترى التفاعلات المحتملة وما يجب فعله حيالها.

إخلاء المسؤولية

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