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Description
What is Lanoxin (Digoxin) prescribed for?
Heart Failure is a condition in which the heart can’t pump enough blood to the meet the needs of your body. In some cases, the heart cannot be filled with enough blood. In others, the heart can’t get enough blood out to the rest of the body with enough force. And unfortunately some have both of these issues. Heart failure can be caused by coronary artery disease, heart attack, cardiomyopathy, and high blood pressure. The treatment for heart failure includes doctor-prescribed exercise, dietary changes, medicines, and rarely surgery.
Lanoxin is a medication that is used to treat heart failure, and is usually taken along with other medications. And it is used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeats, such as chornic atrial fibrillation. In taking this medication, and treating heart failure, it may help maintain your abilities to walk and exercise, and overall it may strengthen your heart.
In short,this medication works by affecting certain minerals inside your heart cells, such as sodium and potassium. This in turn, reduces strain on the heart and gives it a helping hand in maintaining a normal, steady and strong heartbeat.
This medication comes in three different strengths which are 0.0625mg, 0.125mg, and 0.250mg. Remember your dose is based on your medical background and your overall response to the treatment. If your doctor or pharmacist has given you some information in the form of a pamphlet, take the time to read up on this drug, and if you have any questions or concerns regarding this medication, please consult your doctor.
Directions
This medication is to be taken by mouth, either with or without food. It is usually taken once a day or as directed by your doctor.
If you take this medication with foods with high fibres, your body may not absorb this medication well. Therefore, it is best to take this medication at least 2 hours before or after you eat any food products with high fibre. If you are also taking cholestyramine, colestipol, or psyllium, wait at least 2 hours after taking your digoxin dose before taking any of these products. If you are taking antacids, kaolin-pectin, milk of magnesia, metoclopramide, sulfasalazine, or aminosalicylic acid, take them as far apart from your digoxin dose as possible.
Use this medication on a regular basis to gain the most benefit. And remember the dosage is based on your medical condition, age, body weight, test results, and your overall response to the treatment.
Cautions
Before taking this medication, it is best to advise your doctor if you are allergic to Digoxin; or to similar drugs (such as digitoxin); or to any other medications or allergies in general.
Also it is best to notify your doctor of your medical history. Inform them you have had the following; kidney problems, thyroid problems (underactive or overactive).
The balance of certain natural minerals in your blood (calcium, magnesium, potassium) can affect how this drug works in your body. Certain drugs such as "water pills" (diuretics) may affect the normal balance of these minerals. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking a "water pill" or if you have a history of mineral imbalance. Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether you should take a nutritional supplement or follow a special diet.
Side Effects
Some side effects may occur while taking this mediation, they are as follows; Nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, loss of appetite, and diarrhea may occur. However, if these symptoms do persist or worsen, it is best to consult with your doctor.
If you are experiencing any of these rare but very serious side effects, seek medical help right away. The side effects are as follows; weakness, mental/mood changes, vision changes (such as blurred or yellow/green vision), enlarged/tender breasts in men.
Though this medication is used to treat a certain type of irregular heartbeat, it may rarely cause other types of irregular heartbeats. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any unusually fast/slow/irregular heartbeat.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
FAQs
What is Digoxin?
Lanoxin, the band name used for Digoxin, is a medication used to treat heart failure, and it is usually taken alongside a few other medications. It is also used to treat certain types of irregular heartbeat as well. Using this medication to treat heart failure nay help maintain your ability to walk and overall improve the strength of your heart. This medication goes to work by affecting certain minerals such as sodium and potassium inside the heart cells. In turn, this reduces the strain on the heart and helps maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat. This medication comes in three different doses which are 0.0625mg, 0.125mg, and 0.250mg. If you have any questions regarding this medication or anything questions in general, feel free to give us a call at 1-877-385-8998.
When to take Digoxin?
Lanoxin is usually taken once a day by mouth, and can be taken with our without food. Also it should be taken at the same time every day. However if you miss a dose, you can take it if less than 12 hours has passed since your normal dosage time.
What are the side effects of Digoxin?
Some of the most common side effects for this medication are as follows; Dizziness, changes in mood and mental alertness (including confusion, depression, and loss of interest in usually activities.), anxiety, nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, headache, rash, growth or enlargement of breast tissue in men, and weakness. These are not all of the side effects listed for this medication; do note that if you notice that these side effects are being persistent or have worsened, you should speak with your doctor right away.
How long does Digoxin stay in your system?
The half-life for Digoxin is about 1.5 days in a healthy individual. So ideally it can take about 2.5 to 3 days for this mediation to be eliminated from your system.
What is the generic name for Lanoxin?
The generic name for Lanoxin is known as Digoxin.
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