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DIGOXIN (di JOX in) is used to treat congestive heart failure and heart rhythm problems.
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.
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
changes in behavior, mood, or mental ability
changes in vision
confusion
fast, irregular heartbeat
feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
headache
nausea, vomiting
unusual bleeding, bruising
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):
breast enlargement in men and women
diarrhea
alprazolam
beta blockers or calcium-channel blockers, often used for high blood pressure or heart problems
calcium, magnesium, or potassium salts
diet pills (stimulants) or drugs used to control weight
diuretics
indomethacin
itraconazole
medicines to control heart rhythm like dofetilide, amiodarone, sotalol, and others
quinine
rifampin
spironolactone
succinylcholine
thyroid hormones
This does not apply.
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
certain heart rhythm disorders
heart disease or recent heart attack
kidney disease
liver disease
an unusual or allergic reaction to digoxin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.