Information about Lanoxin (Digoxin)
Lanoxin is a cardiac glycoside medication containing digoxin as its active ingredient. It is primarily used to treat certain heart conditions by improving heart function and regulating heart rhythm.
Product Highlights
- Used to improve symptoms in patients with heart failure by enhancing cardiac output.
- Helps control ventricular rate in patients with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.
Key Ingredient
Key Benefits
- Improves heart efficiency, helping to alleviate symptoms of heart failure.
- Effective in controlling heart rate in patients with atrial fibrillation.
- Can reduce symptoms such as shortness of breath and fatigue associated with heart failure.
Direction of Use
- Initiated at a low dose, usually starting at 0.125 to 0.25 mg daily, with adjustments made based on response and serum digoxin levels.
- Taken orally with or without food; maintain consistent timing for optimal effectiveness.
Safety Concerns
- Requires regular monitoring of serum digoxin levels to prevent toxicity.
- May include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and visual disturbances (e.g., yellow-green halos).
- Can interact with several medications, including diuretics and antiarrhythmics, requiring careful management.
Avoid Lanoxin (Digoxin) If
- You have a known hypersensitivity to digoxin or any other components of the formulation.
- You have certain heart conditions, such as ventricular fibrillation, or significant electrolyte imbalances.
- You are taking medications that may significantly interact with digoxin, particularly those that affect heart rhythm or electrolyte levels.
