Candesartan cilexetil Cost & Price Guide
Also sold as: CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL
As a widely available generic, Candesartan Cilexetil is relatively inexpensive. Patients can often find significant savings by using discount cards or comparing prices at different pharmacies.
Per month, without insurance
Only brand-name versions currently available
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Cost Overview
As a widely available generic, Candesartan Cilexetil is relatively inexpensive. Patients can often find significant savings by using discount cards or comparing prices at different pharmacies.
Generic vs. Brand-Name Price
| Version | Typical Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL(brand) | $10–$50/month | Check manufacturer patient assistance programs |
Generic Manufacturers
The following companies manufacture FDA-approved generic versions of Candesartan cilexetil. Prices may vary between manufacturers and pharmacies.
Ways to Save on Candesartan cilexetil
Prescription Discount Cards
Free discount programs like GoodRx, RxSaver, and NeedyMeds can reduce the cost of candesartan cilexetil at most pharmacies. Compare prices before filling.
90-Day Supply
Ordering a 90-day supply through a mail-order pharmacy often costs less per dose than monthly fills. Check with your insurance plan or pharmacy benefit manager.
Patient Assistance Programs
If you're uninsured or underinsured, the manufacturer may offer a patient assistance program (PAP) that provides candesartan cilexetil at low or no cost. Visit NeedyMeds.org or the manufacturer's website.
Insurance Coverage
Most insurance plans, including Medicare Part D and Medicaid, cover candesartan cilexetil . Coverage and copay amounts vary by plan tier and formulary. Contact your insurance provider or check your plan's drug formulary to confirm coverage.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Candesartan cilexetil Cost
What is CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL used for?
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Candesartan cilexetil tablets are an angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) indicated for: · Treatment of hypertension in adults and children 1 to <17 years of age, to lower blood pressure. Lowering blood pressure reduces the risk of fatal and non-fatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions (1.1). · Treatment of heart failure (NYHA class II-IV); candesartan cilexetil tablets reduces cardiovascular death and heart failure hospitalization (1.2). 1.1 Hypertension Candesartan cilexetil tablets are indicated for the treatment of hypertension in…
What is the recommended dosage for CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL?
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Starting Dose Target Dose Adult Hypertension (2.1) 16 mg tablet once daily 8 to 32 mg tablet total daily dose Pediatric Hypertension (1 to ˂6 years) (2.2) 0.2 mg/kg oral suspension once daily 0.05 to 0.4 mg/kg oral suspension once daily or consider divided dose Pediatric Hypertension (6 to ˂17 years) (2.2) 50 kg 8 to 16 mg tablet once daily 50 kg 4 to 32 mg tablet once daily or consider divided dose Adult Heart Failure (2.3) 4 mg tablet once daily 1 The target dose is 32 mg once daily, which is achieved by doubling the dose at approximately 2-week intervals, as…
How does CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL work?
12.1 Mechanism of Action Angiotensin II is formed from angiotensin I in a reaction catalyzed by angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE, kininase II). Angiotensin II is the principal pressor agent of the renin-angiotensin system, with effects that include vasoconstriction, stimulation of synthesis and release of aldosterone, cardiac stimulation, and renal reabsorption of sodium. Candesartan blocks the vasoconstrictor and aldosterone-secreting effects of angiotensin II by selectively blocking the binding of angiotensin II to the AT 1 receptor in many tissues, such as vascular smooth muscle and the…
Who should not take CANDESARTAN CILEXETIL?
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Candesartan cilexetil tablets are contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to candesartan. Do not co-administer aliskiren with candesartan cilexetil tablets in patients with diabetes [see Drug Interactions (7.4)]. Known hypersensitivity to product components (4). Do not co-administer aliskiren with candesartan cilexetil tablets in patients with diabetes (4).
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