Digoxin Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Digoxin Information

Digoxin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection,Tablet,Liquid. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, Arrhythmia. Digoxin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Digoxin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Digoxin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Digoxin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Digoxin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Digoxin related warnings talks about Digoxin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Hypercalcemia must refrain from the use of Digoxin since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Digoxin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Digoxin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Digoxin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Digoxin Benefits & Uses
Digoxin Dosage & How to Take
Digoxin Side Effects
Digoxin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Digoxin with Other Drugs
Digoxin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Digoxin
Digoxin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Digoxin Benefits & Uses

Digoxin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Digoxin Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose may rarely increase 0.375-0.5 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose may rarely increase 0.375-0.5 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mcg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mcg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, Initially given 17.5 mcg/kg for 3 dose

Digoxin Related Warnings

Is the use of Digoxin safe for pregnant women?

Digoxin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Digoxin safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Digoxin.

Safe
What is the effect of Digoxin on the Kidneys?

Digoxin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Digoxin on the Liver?

Information about safety of Digoxin for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Digoxin on the Heart?

Digoxin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Digoxin with Other Drugs

Digoxin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Trimethoprim

Telmisartan

Succinylcholine

Succinylcholine Injection

Spironolactone

Ritonavir

Moderate

Acarbose

Adefovir

Valsartan

Digoxin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Digoxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Hyperthyroidism
Hypercalcemia
Liver Disease
High Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Digoxin

Is this Digoxin habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Digoxin has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Digoxin can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Digoxin should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Digoxin for mental disorders.

No

Digoxin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Digoxin

Taking Digoxin with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Digoxin

Information about the interaction of Digoxin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Digoxin

Question over 5 years ago

Can Digoxin cause weight loss?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Digoxin can cause weight loss if it is taken in higher doses. Weight loss occurs especially in children and older age group (Geriatric). However, if you are experiencing rapid weight loss then discuss it with your doctor instantly.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Digoxin cause constipation?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Digoxin does not cause constipation. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, it may be due to some other medical conditions. Take precautionary methods if you suffer from constipation such as eating fibrous food, drink plenty of fluid, and take some laxative (Lactulose syrup).

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Digoxin?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Take Digoxin once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension, heart block, and improper kidney function.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Digoxin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Digoxin is a high alert and prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause very unpleasant side effects. Hence, you should always consult a doctor before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take metoprolol and Digoxin together?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking metoprolol and Digoxin together. Because metoprolol might slow the heart rate and increase the chances of side effects. However, if your doctor advises you to take both of these drugs at the same time then you can take them together.

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