Drug Details


Common Brands:

Atacand

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)

Forms:

Tablet, oral suspension

Administration:

By mouth

Therapeutic Uses:

  • High blood pressure (hypertension)
  • Congestive heart failure

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Atacand Drug Class

Atacand (ah-tah-kand) is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist (ARB).

Atacand Age Range

Atacand is approved for use in adults. The safety and efficacy of this medication in pediatric patients have not been established. However, it may be used to treat hypertension in pediatric patients 1 to 17 years of age.