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What Causes Dizziness, Rapid Weight Loss And Fainting While On Candesartan?

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Posted on Fri, 11 Mar 2016
Question: I am taking candesartan 8 mg, and my blood presure is 130/80. I lost a lots a weight, but still take it. Do I need to keep taking. I have dizzines, and feel to faint.
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Answered by Dr. Nishad BN (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Readjustment in dosage might be required.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thank you for asking HCM.

I have gone through your query. Electrocardiogram (EKG) should be taken to rule out any cardiac problems like Dysrhythmia. Electrolyte levels in blood should be measured also to rule out any electrolyte disturbances as it can also give dizziness. . Blood pressure should be measured morning and evening. If the blood pressure is becoming so low then readjustment in dosage or change to another Angiotensin receptor blocker can be done. A review with your treating doctor or physician is well appreciated.

Let me know if anything not clear.
I am happy to help you.
Thanks.
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What Causes Dizziness, Rapid Weight Loss And Fainting While On Candesartan?

Brief Answer: Readjustment in dosage might be required. Detailed Answer: Hi Thank you for asking HCM. I have gone through your query. Electrocardiogram (EKG) should be taken to rule out any cardiac problems like Dysrhythmia. Electrolyte levels in blood should be measured also to rule out any electrolyte disturbances as it can also give dizziness. . Blood pressure should be measured morning and evening. If the blood pressure is becoming so low then readjustment in dosage or change to another Angiotensin receptor blocker can be done. A review with your treating doctor or physician is well appreciated. Let me know if anything not clear. I am happy to help you. Thanks.