DIGOX TAB

Overview

DIGOX TAB is a Schedule H drug.

DIGOX TAB is composed of: DIGOXIN (0.25 MG)

Digoxin belongs to a class of medications called cardiac glycosides. Digoxin is derived from the leaves of a digitalis plant. Digoxin helps make the heart beat stronger and with a more regular rhythm.It is used to control ventricular rate in atrial fibrillation and in the management of congestive heart failure with atrial fibrillation. Its use in congestive heart failure and sinus rhythm is less certain. Digoxin is also used to treat heart pain (angina) and may be used after a heart attack. Digoxin can cause vision changes (blurred or yellow). It works by affecting certain minerals (sodium and potassium) inside heart cells. 

Usage

DIGOXIN is generally used to treat: Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Arrhythmias, Angina Pectoris
DIGOXIN can address symptoms like: Irregular Heartbeat, Fatigue (tiredness), Chest Pain, Shortness Of Breath

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for DIGOX TAB and its Constituents


  • If taking digoxin liquid, carefully measure the dose using the dropper provided (do not use a normal household teaspoon because there is no guarantee you are getting the correct dose). Do not increase or decrease the dosage without doctor advice.
  • In infants, symptoms of high digoxin levels may differ from adults and include weight loss, failure to thrive, abdominal pain, and behavioral disturbances.
  • Record your heart rate and blood pressure while taking digoxin.
  •  Monitor your blood levels of digoxin regularly, and also your kidney function and potassium levels. Although there is an ideal range for digoxin levels in the blood (0.5-2 mg/mL), doctors should interpret your levels based on your response to the drug.
  • Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any other medication with digoxin, including medicine brought over-the-counter, because several medicines, including herbal medicines and supplements, can interact with digoxin.
  •  Take immediate medical advice if you experience nausea or vomiting, persistent diarrhea, confusion, weakness, or visual disturbances  because these may be a sign that your digoxin levels are too high.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DIGOXIN over-dosage can result in: Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Fatigue (tiredness), Eyes Blurred Vision, Drowsiness, Mood Swings

Common Side-Effects

DIGOXIN : Dizziness, Vomit, Nausea, Eyes Blurred Vision, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Loss Of Appetite, Depressed Mood, Loose Motion, Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

DIGOXIN : Heart Block, Platelet Disorder, Fainting, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Confusion, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Shortness Of Breath, Chest Pain

Rare Side-Effects

DIGOXIN : Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Abdomen Pain

Food Interactions


Grapefruit juice can lessen digoxin’s ability to work.

Disease Interactions

DIGOXIN can interfere with: Hypercalcaemia, Hypocalcemia, Hypokalemia, Myocardial Infarction, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Thiamin Deficiency

Technical Classification

DIGOXIN is categorized as:
  • INOTROPIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
  • GROUP IV ANTIARRHYTHMICS / ANTIARRHYTHMIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Once Daily43%
5 days per week35%
Morning8%
Others7%

What was the Dosage Advised?

1/2tab78%
1/2 tab20%

How long was it prescribed?

90 Days44%
30 Days20%
5 Days18%
180 Days8%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

18 to 35yrs5%
35 to 50yrs16%
50 to 60yrs22%
60 to 70yrs34%
70yrs and above23%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females48%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Cardiologist70%
Physician15%
None3%
Cardio Thoracic Surgeon3%
Pulmonologist3%
Neurologist3%
Cardiac Surgeon2%
Orthopaedist1%
Nephrologist1%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG30%
LASIX TAB 40MG26%
ALDACTONE TAB 25MG20%
DYTOR TAB 10MG15%
LASILACTONE TAB15%
PAN 40MG TAB15%
CLOPITAB 75MG TAB13%
CORDARONE 200MG TAB11%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)33%
PT/INR (HEMATOLOGY)31%
SERUM POTASSIUM (SEROLOGY)21%
UREA (BIOCHEMISTRY)21%
SERUM CREATININE (SEROLOGY)19%
SERUM SODIUM (SEROLOGY)18%
KFT (SCREENING)12%
TLC (HEMATOLOGY)10%

Available Alternatives for DIGOX TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CARDIOXIN TABINR 7.1 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
CELOXIN 0.25MG TABINR 9.5 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
DIGITRAN TABINR 5.89 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
DIGON TABINR 13.9 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
DIGOX TABINR 1.95 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
DIXIN 0.25MG INJINR 13 for 2 ML INJECTIONDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
DIXIN 0.25MG TABINR 11.65 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
LANOXIN 0.25MG INJINR 12.88 for 2 ML INJECTIONDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
LANOXIN 0.25MG TABINR 18.4 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG
SANGOXIN TABINR 9.53 for 14 TABLETSDIGOXIN 0.25 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CELOXIN 500MCG/2ML INJINR 11 for 2 ML INJECTIONDIGOXIN 250 MCG/ML
DIGOXINDIGOXIN
DIGOXIN 0.05MG/1ML ELIXIRINR 21.01 for 30 ML ELIXIRDIGOXIN 0.05 MG/ML
DIGOXIN 250MCG TABINR 6.53 for 10 TABLETSDIGOXIN 250.0 MCG
DIXIN 3MG/5ML SYPINR 89 for 60 ML SYRUPDIGOXIN 0.6 MG/ML
DIXIN PAED 50MCG SYPINR 106 for 60 ML SYRUPDIGOXIN 50.0 MCG
DIXIN SYPINR 89 for 60 ML SYRUPDIGOXIN 0.6 MG/ML