Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet

Lanoxin 0.25mg Tab

Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet

61.32

In stock

61.32


Pack Size: 25’s tablet


Composition: Digoxin


Pharmaceutical form: Tablet


Brand Name: GlaxoSmithKline


Availability: In stock


Description

Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet

Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet contains the active substance digoxin, which belongs to a group of medicines called cardiac glycosides. it is used to treat arrhythmias and heart failure. An arrhythmia is an irregularity in the heartbeat, which causes the heart to skip a beat, beat irregularly or beat at the wrong speed.


Uses Of Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet

Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet is used to treat heart diseases such as congestive heart failure.


Side Effects Of Lanoxin 0.25mg Tablet

  • Anorexia (loss of appetite)
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Visual disturbances
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Drowsiness
  • Confusion
  • Delirium
  • Hallucinations
  • Depression
  • Arrhythmias
  • Heart block
  • Rarely rash
  • Intestinal ischemia (painful intestines)
  • Gynecomastia (enlargement of men’s breasts) on long-term use
  • Thrombocytopenia (deficiency of platelets).

When not to use it?

Patients with various and severe heart diseases.


Indications

The medicine helps treat heart ailments like congestive heart defects.


Contraindications

Patients with severe and diverse heart conditions.


Precautions

  • Recent infarction and sick sinus syndrome (disorder of the heart rhythm) thyroid disease,
  • Decrease dose in older patients and kidney disease patients.
  • Avoid hyperkalemia (deficiency levels of potassium present in the blood).
  • Avoid rapid intravenous administration (nausea and arrhythmia risk).

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

  • Do not skip the dosage of Lanoxin 0.25 mg tablet.
  •  You should take the missed dose as quickly as you can remember.
  •  If it’s almost time to take the next dose, do not take the dose you missed.
  •  Don’t double your dose to compensate to make up for missed dosage.
  • Overdose

  • Don’t exceed the recommended dosage for Lanoxin 0.25 MG Tablet.
  • Take immediate medical care in the event of an overdose.

General Instructions

  • Lanoxin 0.25 mg Tablet is consumed with and without meals
  •  Consume this tablet with food every day to make it easier to remember
  • Don’t crush, chew or smash the tablet. Inhale it completely with a glass of fluid
  • Don’t exceed the recommended dose since it could increase the risk of adverse consequences
  • Avoid driving in vehicles or operating machines that are heavy when you feel dizzy or sleepy when taking this medication.

Administration:

The medicine can be administered either orally or intravenously. The intravenous version is administered by a doctor. The dose is based on the patient’s age, health, and degree of severity. Make sure to consult with your doctor prior to taking the medication. If you’re using an intravenous solution at home, ensure you are taking all precautions before injecting it without causing any harm to the vascular system.


Side Effects:

The most common side effects happen when this medication is taken in excess dosage. There are a few possible side effects signs: * Anorexia problems * abdominal pain Increase in the number of white blood cells Heart problems.


Effects on pregnancy and lactation:

The effects are not known, therefore it is recommended to be cautious. Ask your doctor for advice prior to using this medication.


Contraindications:

Patients with heart conditions that are severe.


 

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