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