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Digoxin Tablet Benefits & Uses

Digoxin Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Digoxin Tablet 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

Digoxin Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Digoxin Tablet is used -

Severe

Slow heart rate (pulse)
Visual Disturbance
Dizziness
Stomach ache (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Skin Rash
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Confusion
Depression

Digoxin Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Digoxin Tablet 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 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Digoxin is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Digoxin Tablet on the Kidneys?

Digoxin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Digoxin Tablet on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Digoxin on the liver, information on safety of Digoxin for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Digoxin Tablet on the Heart?

Digoxin has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Digoxin Tablet with Other Drugs

Digoxin Tablet 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 Tablet Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Digoxin Tablet

Is this Digoxin Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Digoxin Tablet has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Digoxin Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Digoxin Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Digoxin Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Digoxin Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Digoxin Tablet

You can take Digoxin Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Digoxin Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Digoxin Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Digoxin Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Digoxin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Digoxin should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Digoxin cause hair loss?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Digoxin does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Digoxin?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Take Digoxin as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Do not discontinue this drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Digoxin cause diarrhea?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Digoxin may cause diarrhea. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing diarrhea after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Digoxin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Digoxin is a brand name of digoxin and it is available in the form of a tablet, injection, syrup, and oral solution. It belongs to the class of drug called cardiac glycosides. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of heart failure and irregular heartbeat ( Arrhythmia).

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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