Can I take Beetroot and Candesartan together?

Por qué sucede esto

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.

Embarazo

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.

Presión arterial baja (Hipotensión)

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.

Niveles altos de potasio (Hiperpotasemia)

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

Alcohol

Beber alcohol mientras se toma candesartán puede aumentar el efecto de reducción de la presión arterial del medicamento. Esto puede hacer que te sientas mareado, aturdido o desmayado, especialmente al ponerte de pie. Es mejor mantener el consumo de alcohol dentro de los límites recomendados y ver cómo te afecta el medicamento antes de beber.

Salt substitutes and high-potassium foods

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.

Taking multiple medicines? Our Verificador de Interacciones de Medicamentos helps you check whether your prescriptions, over-the-counter medicines, and supplements are safe to take together. Simply search for your medicines to see potential interactions and what to do about them.

Descargo de responsabilidad

Esta información es solo para fines educativos generales y no debe considerarse como un sustituto del consejo médico profesional. Siempre consulte a su médico de cabecera, farmacéutico u otro profesional de la salud calificado antes de tomar decisiones sobre sus medicamentos. Las circunstancias individuales pueden variar, y solo un profesional de la salud que conozca su historial médico puede proporcionar orientación personalizada.