Digoxi Injection
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Digoxi Injection is a medicine used for the emergency treatment of heart failure and abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia). It helps to provide symptomatic relief by making the heart pump blood more efficiently. It helps in arrhythmia by restoring a steady and normal heartbeat.
Digoxi Injection is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. Doctor may closely monitor your blood pressure, heart rate and ECG till you became stable. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.
Common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, and visual disturbances. Consult your doctor if these effects bother you. This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any kidney disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Uses of Digoxi Injection
Benefits of Digoxi Injection
In Arrhythmia
Arrhythmia involves irregular or abnormal heartbeats that can cause palpitations, dizziness, or fainting spells. Digoxi Injection helps regulate the heart rate and restore a steady rhythm, reducing discomfort and the risk of complications. It brings better control over heart function, helping individuals feel more secure and at ease in their daily activities.
In Heart Failure
Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, breathlessness, and swelling in the legs. Digoxi Injection helps improve the heart’s strength and efficiency, allowing better circulation and reducing the strain on the heart. It eases symptoms, improves exercise tolerance, and supports a more active and stable daily life.
Side effects of Digoxi Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Digoxi
- Visual impairment
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats)
How to use Digoxi Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Digoxi Injection works
Digoxi Injection is a cardiac glycoside. It works by correcting irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm and increases the force with which the heart muscle contracts with every heartbeat. This makes the heart pump more efficiently and increases blood circulation throughout the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Digoxi Injection
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Digoxi Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Driving
UNSAFE
Digoxi Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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Kidney
CAUTION
Digoxi Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, potassium, magnesium and calcium levels is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, potassium, magnesium and calcium levels is advisable while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Digoxi Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
What if you forget to take Digoxi Injection?
If you miss a dose of Digoxi Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- It is to be given by doctor or nurse only when needed or when it is an emergency.
- Notify your doctor about any other medicines you're taking to avoid drug interactions.
- Symptoms of Digoxi Injection overdose include slow heartbeat, dizziness, lightheadedness and breathing problems.
- Do not discontinue use of Digoxi Injection without consulting your doctor even if you feel better. Stopping abruptly could worsen your condition.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Cardenolide glycoside derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Cardiac Glycosides
Interaction with drugs
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