Atacand HCT and Edrophonium Injection

• Generic Name: candesartan / hydrochlorothiazide
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Atacand HCT

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Candesartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Candesartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

Atacand HCT is a combination medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension).

Atacand HCT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: edrophonium
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

Edrophonium injection is used to help diagnose myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness) and may be used to help select the proper treatment for the disease. It is also used to reverse the effects of certain muscle relaxants (eg, gallamine, tubocurarine) during surgery or after an overdose of the muscle relaxant. Edrophonium is an anticholinesterase agent.

Edrophonium is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.