Digoxin Tablets
Product Description
Description
For animals with congestive heart failure, Digoxin (di-jox-in) is used to help the heart beat more strongly and move blood through the body better. Digoxin is also used to treat certain types of heart rhythm disturbances as it can make the heart beat slower.
Benefits
- Increases strength of the heart
Consult with your veterinarian for proper dosage and course of treatment.
Safety Information
Warnings
Your pet should not use Digoxin if the animal has too much digoxin in their bloodstream, that have ventricular fibrillation (a type of very rapid heart rate), or who have had an allergic reaction to this medication.
Precautions
This drug should be used with caution in animals with kidney disease, lung disease, or thyroid disease. In cats, as they may be more sensitive to the drug and have more serious side effects than dogs do. In animals with abnormal blood electrolyte (sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium) levels. In animals with certain heart conditions.
Food and Drug Interactions
Other drugs can interact with this medication, so be sure to tell your veterinarian and pharmacist what medications (including vitamins, supplements, or herbal therapies) you give your animal
Human Warnings
Keep away from children and other animals. Not for Human consumption
Side Effects
Possible Side Effects
Most side effects occur when there is too much digoxin in the bloodstream.Side effects to look for include mild gastrointestinal effects (eg, lack of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea), low energy level and behavior changes.
Contact your veterinarian if you believe your pet is experiencing side effects.
Additional Information
Product Administration
Oral
Product Form
Tablet
Ingredients
Digoxin
Storage
Store at controlled room temperature of 59° - 77°F in a dry place and protect from light