Digoxin Uses
Digoxin is used for Heart Failure, Atrial Flutter, Atrial Fibrillation, and Paroxysmal Atrial Tachycardia with Rapid Digitalization
How Digoxin Works
Digoxin increases the force and velocity of myocardial contraction, resulting in positive inotropic effects. Digoxin produces antiarrhythmic effects by decreasing the conduction rate and increasing the effective refractory period of the AV node.
Common side effects of Digoxin
Confusion, Depression, Drowsiness, Headache, Arrhythmias, Blurred Vision, Abdominal Discomfort or Pain, Anorexia, Diarrhea, Nausea, Vomiting
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