I have been taking Cardesartan for 2 years and it seems to cause me breathing problems. Currently, I have asthma which is treated with Prednisone, but it doesn't work very well. Is this related to my medication?

Good morning, Madam,

According to the Candesartan product monograph, Candesartan can sometimes be linked to more respiratory infections (5.1% of patients versus 3.8% of patients taking placebo). It is also possible, in very rare cases according to my research, that the side effect known to be associated with the Ramipril family, i.e. cough without infection, may be found in people taking candesartan (1.6% of patients, compared to 1.1% when taking placebo). These are therefore the possible effects of this drug on respiratory function.

That being said, I would suggest that you talk to your pharmacist or doctor so that they can consider an alternative treatment for your hypertension, based on your personal history.

What do you think about it?

Good idea! And don't worry, there are many other medications available on the Quebec market.

We look forward to seeing you,

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist