Welcome to the OutUK series looking at gay men and their health brought to you in association with
the NHS website.
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Each week we'll tackle a different topic in our A to Z of Gay Health. We'll have features and advice on everything
from relationships, sexual health, mental and physical conditions and how to stay fit.
You can follow any of links provided below for more information direct from the NHS website,
or see this week's feature L: Laxatives.
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Side Effects Of CandesartanNHS medicines information on side effects of candesartan and what you can do to cope.Like all medicines, candesartan can cause side effects although not everyone gets them. Side effects often improve as your body gets used to the medicine. Common side effectsThese common side effects of candesartan happen in more than 1 in 100 people. There are things you can do to help cope with them. Speak to a doctor or pharmacist if the advice on how to cope does not help and a side effect is still bothering you or does not go away. Serious side effectsIt happens rarely, but some people have serious side effects after taking candesartan. Call a doctor or call 111 now if: - the whites of your eyes turn yellow, or your skin turns yellow although this may be less obvious on brown or black skin - these can be signs of liver problems
- your skin is paler than usual, you feel tired, faint or dizzy, or you get purple spots, any sign of bleeding, sore throat and a high temperature - these can be signs of a blood or bone marrow disorder
- you get weakness, an irregular heartbeat, pins and needles and muscle cramps - these can be signs of changes in the sodium and potassium levels in your blood
Serious allergic reactionIn rare cases, candesartan may cause a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis). Long term side effectsTaking candesartan for a long time can sometimes cause your kidneys to not work as well as they should. Your doctor will check how well your kidneys are working with regular blood tests. Other side effectsThese are not all the side effects of candesartan. For a full list see the leaflet inside your medicines packet.
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OutUK's A to Z of Gay Health continues and you can read this week's feature L: Laxatives. We have covered many subjects in this series and you can catch up with all of our Previous A to Z Features. If you want to find out more about this particular topic you can visit the Original article on the NHS website. If you are worried by any aspect of your health make sure you go and see your doctor or book an appointment at your local clinic. | ![](/images/spacer.gif) |
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