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Brand Names: Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin

Generic Name: digoxin (oral) (Pronunciation: di JOX in)

• What is digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• What are the possible side effects of digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• What is the most important information I should know about digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• How should I take digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• What happens if I overdose (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• What should I avoid while taking digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• What other drugs will affect digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?

Digoxin is derived from the leaves of a digitalis plant. Digoxin helps make the heart beat stronger and with a more regular rhythm.

Digoxin is used to treat congestive heart failure.

Digoxin is also used to treat atrial fibrillation, a heart rhythm disorder of the atria (the upper chambers of the heart that allow blood to flow into the heart).

Digoxin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Digitek 0.125 mg

round, yellow, imprinted with B 145

Digitek 0.25 mg-MYL

round, white, imprinted with B 146

Digoxin 0.125 mg-LAN

round, yellow, imprinted with JSP 544

Digoxin 0.25 mg-LAN

round, white, imprinted with JSP 545

Digoxin 50 mcg Elix-ROX

Lanoxicaps 0.1 mg

clear/yellow, imprinted with B2C

Lanoxin 0.125 mg

round, yellow, imprinted with LANOXIN Y3B

Lanoxin 0.25 mg

round, white, imprinted with LANOXIN X3A

What are the possible side effects of digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• fast, slow, or uneven heart rate;
• bloody or black, tarry stools;
• blurred vision, yellowed vision; or
• confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior.

Less serious side effects may include:

• mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
• feeling weak or dizzy;
• headache;
• enlarged breasts in men; or
• mild skin rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about digoxin (Digitek, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to digoxin, or if you have ventricular fibrillation (a heart rhythm disorder of the ventricles, or lower chambers of the heart that allow blood to flow out of the heart).

Before using digoxin, tell your doctor if you have certain heart conditions, especially "AV block" (unless you have a pacemaker), or a recent history of heart attack. Also tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, a thyroid disorder, an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of calcium, potassium, or magnesium in your blood), or if you are malnourished or have recently been sick with vomiting or diarrhea.

Keep taking digoxin as directed, even if you feel well. Get your prescription refilled before you run out of medicine completely.

Do not stop taking digoxin without first talking to your doctor. Stopping suddenly may make your condition worse.

Avoid becoming overheated or dehydrated during exercise, in hot weather, or by not drinking enough fluids. Digoxin overdose can occur more easily if you are dehydrated.

There are many other medicines that can interact with digoxin. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list with you of all the medicines you use and show this list to any doctor or other healthcare provider who treats you.

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