Candesartan cilexetil 2 mg/mL oral suspension

Concentration

2 mg/mL

Batch

160 mL

From

5 × 32 mg tablets

Vehicles named

Ora-Plus, Ora-Sweet SF, Ora-Blend SF

Container

amber PET bottle

The label's instructions

Preparation of Oral Suspension: Candesartan cilexetil oral suspension can be prepared in concentrations within the range of 0.1 to 2.0 mg/mL. Typically, a concentration of 1 mg/mL will be suitable for the prescribed dose. Any strength of candesartan cilexetil tablets can be used in the preparation of the suspension. Follow the steps below for preparation of the suspension. The number of tablets and volume of vehicle specified below will yield 160 mL of a 1 mg/mL suspension. Prepare the vehicle by adding equal volumes of Ora-Plus ® (80 mL) and Ora-Sweet SF ® (80 mL) or, alternatively, use Ora-Blend SF ® (160 mL). Add a small amount of vehicle to the required number of candesartan cilexetil tablets (five 32 mg tablets) and grind into a smooth paste using a mortar and pestle. Add the paste to a preparation vessel of suitable size. Rinse the mortar and pestle clean using the vehicle and add this to the vessel. Repeat, if necessary. Prepare the final volume by adding the remaining vehicle. Mix thoroughly. Dispense into suitably sized amber PET bottles. Label with an expiry date of 100 days and include the following instructions: Store at room temperature (below 30°C/86°F). Use within 30 days after first opening. Do not use after the expiry date stated on the bottle. Do not freeze. Shake well before each use.

Quoted verbatim from the Dosage and Administration section of the FDA label for Candesartan cilexetil, version 2, effective 2026-01-15. Open the label on DailyMed. 10 current labels for this drug carry these instructions.

Storage and beyond-use date

• “Label with an expiry date of 100 days and include the following instructions: Store at room temperature (below 30°C/86°F).”
• “Label with an expiry date of 100 days and include the following instructions: Store at room temperature (below 30°C/86°F). Use within 30 days after first opening.”

Only the storage conditions the source covers are listed. Use the BUD assistant for other cases. The BUD may not be later than any component's expiration date. Verify against the current official USP chapter.

Ingredient checks

No FDA compounding list or NIOSH flags for the active ingredient.

Source

FDA label (Candesartan cilexetil), Dosage and Administration.

For licensed clinicians. Use with clinical judgment.