What it's used for
Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside used to treat mild to moderate heart failure in adults, increase heart contraction strength in pediatric heart failure patients, and control resting heart rate in adults with chronic atrial fibrillation.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
The dose is determined based on patient-specific factors including age, lean body weight, and renal function.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Common side effects
Adverse reactions occur in 5% to 20% of patients, with about half involving cardiac toxicity, one-fourth involving digestive issues, and one-fourth involving nervous system or other toxicities.
Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list
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Related medications
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