A CG 008 (Atacand 8 mg)
Generic Name: candesartan
This pill with imprint "A CG 008" is Pink, Round and has been identified as Atacand 8 mg. It is manufactured by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals.
Atacand is used in the treatment of high blood pressure; heart failure and belongs to the drug class angiotensin receptor blockers. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk during pregnancy. Atacand 8 mg is not a controlled substance under the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Generic Name:
- candesartan
- Imprint:
- A CG 008
- Strength:
- 8 mg
- Color:
- Pink
- Size:
- 7.00 mm
- Shape:
- Round
- Availability:
- Prescription only
- Drug Class:
- Angiotensin receptor blockers
- Pregnancy Category:
- D - Positive evidence of risk
- CSA Schedule:
- Not a controlled drug
- Manufacturer:
- AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
- National Drug Code (NDC):
- 00186-0008
- Inactive Ingredients:
- polyethylene glycol
hydroxypropyl cellulose (type h)
lactose monohydrate
corn starch
carboxymethylcellulose calcium
magnesium stearate
ferric oxide red
Note: Inactive ingredients may vary.
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- Drug class: angiotensin receptor blockers
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