Leaflet CARAMLO 8mg / 5mg tablets

Indicated for: hypertension

Route of administration: oral

Substance: candesartan cilexetil + amlodipine (antihypertensive + calcium channel blocker)

ATC: C09DB07 (Cardiovascular system | Angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs), combinations | Angiotensin ii receptor blockers (arbs) and calcium channel blockers)

Precautions:
Dizziness / vertigo
Dizziness / vertigo

This medicine may cause dizziness or vertigo.

Contraindicated during pregnancy
Contraindicated during pregnancy

Do not use this medicine during pregnancy.

Hypotension / fall risk
Hypotension / fall risk

May lower blood pressure and increase the risk of falls.

Major drug interactions
Major drug interactions

This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.

Requires periodic laboratory tests
Requires periodic laboratory tests

Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.

Electrolyte disturbances
Electrolyte disturbances

This medicine may change blood electrolyte levels.

Candesartan cilexetil and amlodipine are used together for the treatment of high blood pressure. This combination combines an angiotensin II receptor antagonist (candesartan) and a calcium channel blocker (amlodipine), providing more effective blood pressure control.

Candesartan helps relax blood vessels by blocking the effects of angiotensin II, while amlodipine lowers blood pressure by relaxing the muscles in the walls of blood vessels.

The medication is taken orally, usually once daily, as directed by a doctor. It is important to follow the prescribed dose and regularly monitor blood pressure.

Side effects may include dizziness, headaches, ankle swelling, or fatigue. Patients should inform their doctor of any adverse reactions or unusual symptoms.

General data about CARAMLO 8mg / 5mg

  • Substance: candesartan cilexetil + amlodipine
  • Date of latest medicines list: 01-06-2026
  • Product code: W60987002
  • Concentration: 8mg / 5mg
  • Pharmaceutical form: tablets
  • Quantity: 28
  • Product type: Generic medicine
  • Price: 15.03 RON
  • Prescription status: P-6L - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.

Marketing authorisation

  • Manufacturer: ZENTIVA KS - REPUBLICA CEHA
  • Holder: ZENTIVA K.S. - REPUBLICA CEHA
  • Number: 12225/2019/02
  • Shelf life: 2 years

Pharmaceutical forms available for candesartan cilexetil + amlodipine

Concentrations available for candesartan cilexetil + amlodipine

  • 16mg/10mg
  • 16mg/5mg
  • 8mg/10mg
  • 8mg/5mg

Compensation lists for CARAMLO 8mg / 5mg Zentiva

D - Sublist D with 20% discount from the reference price

Price

Copayment

Patient

15.03 RON

3.01 RON

12.02 RON