Puis-je prendre de la betterave et du candésartan ensemble ?

Pourquoi cela se produit

Beetroot is naturally high in dietary nitrates, which the body converts into nitric oxide. Nitric oxide relaxes and widens blood vessels to lower blood pressure. Candesartan is an 'angiotensin II receptor blocker' (ARB) that also works by relaxing blood vessels. When used together, their effects can add up, leading to an enhanced blood pressure-lowering effect.

You do not need to avoid beetroot entirely, but you should be cautious, especially with concentrated beetroot juice or supplements. Monitor your blood pressure regularly. If you feel dizzy or faint, sit or lie down until the feeling passes, and speak to your doctor. They may need to adjust your medication dose if you consume beetroot products regularly.

Grossesse

You must not take candesartan if you are pregnant. It can cause serious harm or death to an unborn baby, particularly if used in the second and third trimesters. If you plan to become pregnant or find out you are pregnant, contact your doctor immediately to switch to a safer alternative.

Pression artérielle basse (Hypotension)

Both candesartan and beetroot lower blood pressure. Taking them together, especially if you are also on a low-salt diet or taking water tablets, can cause your blood pressure to drop too low, leading to dizziness or fainting.

High potassium levels (Hyperkalaemia)

Candesartan can increase potassium levels in your blood. You should avoid using potassium supplements or salt substitutes containing potassium while taking this medicine.

Alcool

Boire de l'alcool pendant que vous prenez du candésartan peut augmenter l'effet hypotenseur du médicament. Cela peut vous donner des vertiges, des étourdissements ou des évanouissements, surtout en vous levant. Il est préférable de limiter votre consommation d'alcool aux limites recommandées et de voir comment le médicament vous affecte avant de boire.

Substituts de sel et aliments riches en potassium

Candesartan can increase the levels of potassium in your blood. Using salt substitutes (which often contain potassium chloride) or consuming very large amounts of potassium-rich foods (such as bananas or leafy greens) can lead to dangerously high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia).

Beetroot (as a supplement or juice)

Beetroot is naturally high in nitrates, which the body converts into nitric oxide to lower blood pressure. Taking large amounts of beetroot juice or supplements alongside candesartan may cause your blood pressure to drop too low, leading to dizziness.

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Avertissement

Ces informations sont fournies à des fins éducatives générales uniquement et ne doivent pas être considérées comme un substitut aux conseils médicaux professionnels. Consultez toujours votre médecin généraliste, votre pharmacien ou un autre professionnel de santé qualifié avant de prendre des décisions concernant vos médicaments. Les circonstances individuelles peuvent varier, et seul un professionnel de santé connaissant votre historique médical peut fournir des conseils personnalisés.