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(also known as Lanoxin, Digitek)
Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside extracted from the foxglove plant, digitalis. It is widely used in the treatment of various heart conditions, namely atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and congestive heart failure that cannot be controlled by other medication. Digoxin preparations are commonly marketed under the trade n... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) | 60 |
88% |
| Heart Failure | 58 |
95% |
| Arrhythmias | 5 |
60% |
| Congenital Heart Disease | 5 |
100% |
| Pulmonary Hypertension | 3 |
100% |
Overall, 91% (134
Members)
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Digoxin Reviews
Somewhat Helpful
0.125mg, once a day
Somewhat Helpful
good
Somewhat Helpful
I tend to get very high heart rate and this has prevented that, but I still have irregular heart rate.
Somewhat Helpful
TAken off when heart rate went under 40
Too Soon To Tell
I will know more after the next blood test next week
Too Soon To Tell
This drug has only just been added to my regimen so it is too early to comment
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i think digoxin has helped control heart rate but not afib.
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Not sure of its effectiveness, did not stop my AFIB and took this medication with other medications. I was taken off of it after cardioinversion.
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nausea
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Who knows?
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If not Digoxin (Lanoxin) then what?!
It has to be really hard! I hate meds. I hate surgery as well, so I feel you. I've seen many people take dig and thyroid meds. The only way to find ... [More] -
If not Digoxin (Lanoxin) then what?!
I'm feeling kind of cornered here between my EP who says there are no good alternatives to my taking Lanoxin to counteract tachycardia on exertion bec... [More] -
Digitek Recall
Hey you guys...most of you have heard this but wanted to post a quick note: 1) On April 28, 2008 the FDA issued an announcement that Actavis Totow... [More] -
Digitek Recall
Hey you guys...most of you have heard this but wanted to post a quick note: 1) On April 28, 2008 the FDA issued an announcement that Actavis Totowa ... [More] -
Digitek recall
Hey you guys...most of you have heard this but wanted to post a quick note: 1) On April 28, 2008 the FDA issued an announcement that Actavis Totowa... [More]
