Drug Details
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.
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