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I take atacand 8mg. Is there any substitute that can be a generic. I have ulcerative colitis also.

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I take atacand 8mg. Is there any substitute that can be a generic. I have ulcerative colitis also.

Maria Buscaglia

09/17/09

Maria Buscaglia

Topics:High Blood Pressure , High Blood Pressure Medication

The cost of my other medications for the colitis problem rapidly consume my medicare D allotment in 4to 6 months. I am retired and on a fixed income. Is there any substitute that can be purchased in generic form for the Atacand?

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Lisa Nelson

Friday, September 18, 2009

Hi Maria,

The generic name for Atacand is candesartan. Your physician and pharmacist would be good resources to help determine alternative medications available.

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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