Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 Precautions for DIXIN SYP and its Constituents
- 5 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 6 Common Side-Effects
- 7 Serious Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Food Interactions
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Available Alternatives for DIXIN SYP
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Overview
DIXIN SYP is a Schedule H drug.DIXIN SYP is composed of: DIGOXIN (0.6 MG/ML)
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 PectorisDIGOXIN 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 DIXIN SYP 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 SwingsCommon 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 PainRare Side-Effects
DIGOXIN : Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Abdomen PainFood Interactions
Grapefruit juice can lessen digoxin’s ability to work.
Disease Interactions
DIGOXIN can interfere with: Hypercalcaemia, Hypocalcemia, Hypokalemia, Myocardial Infarction, Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Thiamin DeficiencyTechnical Classification
DIGOXIN is categorized as:- INOTROPIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
- GROUP IV ANTIARRHYTHMICS / ANTIARRHYTHMIC AGENTS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
Available Alternatives for DIXIN SYP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
DIXIN 3MG/5ML SYP | INR 89 for 60 ML SYRUP | DIGOXIN 0.6 MG/ML |
DIXIN SYP | INR 89 for 60 ML SYRUP | DIGOXIN 0.6 MG/ML |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
CARDIOXIN TAB | INR 7.1 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
CELOXIN 0.25MG TAB | INR 9.5 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
CELOXIN 500MCG/2ML INJ | INR 11 for 2 ML INJECTION | DIGOXIN 250 MCG/ML |
DIGITRAN TAB | INR 5.89 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
DIGON TAB | INR 13.9 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
DIGOX TAB | INR 1.95 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
DIGOXIN | DIGOXIN | |
DIGOXIN 0.05MG/1ML ELIXIR | INR 21.01 for 30 ML ELIXIR | DIGOXIN 0.05 MG/ML |
DIGOXIN 250MCG TAB | INR 6.53 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 250.0 MCG |
DIXIN 0.25MG INJ | INR 13 for 2 ML INJECTION | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
DIXIN 0.25MG TAB | INR 11.65 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
DIXIN PAED 50MCG SYP | INR 106 for 60 ML SYRUP | DIGOXIN 50.0 MCG |
LANOXIN 0.25MG INJ | INR 12.88 for 2 ML INJECTION | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
LANOXIN 0.25MG TAB | INR 18.4 for 10 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |
SANGOXIN TAB | INR 9.53 for 14 TABLETS | DIGOXIN 0.25 MG |