What is this medicine?
DIGOXIN (di JOX in) is used to treat congestive heart failure and heart rhythm problems.
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What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
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They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-certain heart rhythm disorders
-heart disease or recent heart attack
-kidney disease
-liver disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to digoxin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding
How should I use this medicine?
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The medicine is for injection or infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What if I miss a dose?
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This does not apply.
What may interact with this medicine?
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-albuterol
-alprazolam
-antiviral medicines for HIV or AIDS like ritonavir and saquinavir
-calcium
-certain antibiotics like azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin, gentamicin, trimethoprim, and tetracycline
-certain medicines for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heart beat
-certain medicines for cholesterol like atorvastatin
-certain medicines for diabetes, like exenatide and metformin
-certain medicines for fungal infections like ketoconazole and itraconazole
-certain medicines for stomach problems like omeprazole, esomeprazole, lansoprazole, and rabeprazole
-cyclosporine
-epinephrine
-nefazodone
-NSAIDS, medicines for pain and inflammation, like celecoxib, ibuprofen, or naproxen
-penicillamine
-phenytoin
-quinine
-phenytoin
-rifampin
-succinylcholine
-St. John's Wort
-teriparatide
-thyroid hormones
-tolvaptan
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
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Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
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Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-changes in behavior, mood, or mental ability
-changes in vision
-confusion
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-headache
-nausea, vomiting
-unusual bleeding, bruising
-unusually weak or tired
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
-breast enlargement in men and women
-diarrhea
Where should I keep my medicine?
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This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
