Atacand is used as an effective treatment to control a number of health conditions associated with high blood pressure and heart problems. It is mainly recommended for managing chronic high blood pressure as it helps to gradually and sustainably lower blood pressure levels, which reduces the risk of serious complications such as stroke and heart attacks. This drug is also used to treat heart failure in some patients by improving the heart's ability to pump blood more efficiently. Atacand belongs to a group of drugs known as angiotensin II receptor antagonists, which work to relax blood vessels and reduce the stress on the heart. It is prescribed by doctors according to the patient's health condition and the dose varies from one person to another based on the severity of the condition and the body's response to treatment.
Atacand can be used as a single treatment or as part of an integrated program that includes lifestyle changes such as improving diet and increasing physical activity.