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Introduction of Digoxin
Digitalis medicines are used to
improve the strength and efficiency of the heart, or to
control the rate and rhythm of the heartbeat. This leads to
better blood circulation and reduced swelling of hands and
ankles in patients with heart problems.
Side Effects of Digoxin
If you experience any of the
following serious side effects, stop taking digoxin and seek
medical attention or contact your doctor immediately:
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an allergic reaction (difficulty
breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips,
tongue, or face; or hives);
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a severe headache, fainting, or
extreme drowsiness or dizziness;
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irregular heartbeats;
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slow heartbeats (fewer than 60
beats per minute);
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abnormally fast heartbeats;
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vision changes (e.g.,
yellow-green or blurred vision);
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hallucinations; or
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abnormal or psychotic behavior.
If you experience any of the
following less serious side effects, continue to take digoxin
and talk to your doctor if you experience
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decreased appetite and diarrhea;
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unusual tiredness or weakness;
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depression;
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nausea or vomiting;
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drowsiness or dizziness;
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decreased sex drive; or
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enlarged breasts in males.
Storage Conditions for Digoxin
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Keep out of
the reach of children.
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Store away
from heat and direct light.
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Do not store
in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp
places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break
down.
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Do not keep
outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that
any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
Disclaimer:
Information on this page is provided for general
information purposes. You should not make a clinical treatment
decision based on information contained in this page without
consulting other references including the package insert of
the drug, textbooks and where relevant, expert opinion. We
cannot be held responsible for any errors you make in
administering drugs mentioned on this page, nor for use of any
erroneous information contained on this page.
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