Lanoxin (Digoxin)
Generic name: Digoxin.
Dosage: Lanoxin 0,25mg.
Category: Cardiovascular.
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Lanoxin – recommendations for use and dosage
Digoxin is extracted from the foxglove plant, Digitalis lanata.
This medication is used to treat various heart conditions (atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, heart failure).
Dosage and direction
Take Lanoxin by mouth with a glass of water. The best way is to take this medicine on an empty stomach (at least 1 hour before, or 2 hours after meals).
Do not use the medicine more often than it is prescribed. Do not give up taking it except on the advice of your doctor.
It may need time for the medicine to help.
Consult your doctor concerning proper dose for you.
Precautions
Before using Lanoxin tell your doctor or chemist if you are allergic to it; or if you have other allergies.
Inform your doctor or chemist if you have certain heart rhythm disorders, heart disease or recent heart attack, kidney or liver disease. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeed.
Avoid drinking alcohol and smoking while being treated with this medication.
Aged people can be more sensitive to side effects of the medicine.
Contraindications
Lanoxin should not be used by patients having demonstrated a reaction of hypersensitivity to this medicine.
Possible side effect
The most common side effects are dizziness, constipation, facial flushing, headache, weakness, etc.
A very serious allergic reaction rarely occurs. Many people using this medicine do not have serious side effects.
Turn to your doctor or pharmacist for more details.
In case you notice the effects not listed here, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug interaction
Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use before using this medication. Lanoxin (digoxin) is a medicine primarily used to treat heart failure and some types of irregular heartbeat (arrhythmias). It is important to be aware of potential interactions with other medications. Here are some common medications that may interact with Lanoxin:
- Diuretics (water tablets): These drugs, such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide, can cause potassium levels in the body to drop too low, which may increase the risk of lanoxin toxicity.
- Beta blockers. Medicines such as metoprolol, carvedilol, or propranolol used to treat high blood pressure or heart disease may affect your heart rate and rhythm. When combined with Lanoxin, they may slow your heart rate further or increase the risk of certain heart rhythm problems.
- Calcium channel blockers. Drugs such as verapamil or diltiazem, often used to treat high blood pressure or some heart conditions, can also slow your heart rate and increase the effects of Lanoxin.
- Some antibiotics. Antibiotics such as clarithromycin, erythromycin, and tetracycline can interfere with the metabolism of lanoxin, resulting in increased blood levels of lanoxin and an increased risk of toxicity.
- Some antacids: aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and antacids containing calcium carbonate may reduce the absorption of lanoxin from the digestive tract, potentially reducing its effectiveness.
- Other medications: Some medications used to treat certain medical conditions, such as thyroid hormones, corticosteroids, or medications that affect electrolyte levels, may also interact with Lanoxin.
Before you start taking Lanoxin, it is important to tell your doctor about all the medications (prescription, over-the-counter, and herbal supplements) you take to avoid potential interactions. If necessary, your doctor may adjust your dosage or monitor you more closely.
Missed dose
If you have missed your dose, take it as soon as you remember. If you see that it is near the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not take your dose twice.
Overdose
If you think you have used too much of this medicine seek emergency medical attention right away. The symptoms of overdose usually include chest pain, nausea, irregular heartbeat, and feeling light-headed or fainting.
Storage
Store your medicines at room temperature between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store your drugs in the bathroom. Keep all drugs away from reach of children and pets.
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