Lanoxin (Digoxin)
Brand Name: Lanoxin
Generic Name: Digoxin
Manufacturer/Agent: Glaxosmithkline Pharma
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 0.25mg
Pack size: 500
Trade Price: KES 5,876.00
Retail Price: @ KES 15.67
Class: Cardiac Glycosides (Cardiovascular drugs)
Mechanism of Action:
Synonym: Digoxinum
Molecular Formulae: C41H64O14 = 780.9
Precautions: Ventricular fibrillation, wolff-parkinson-white syndrome, intermittent complete heart block. parenteral ca administration.
Indications/Uses: Cardiac failure, supraventicular arrhythmias especially arterial fibrillation; doses adjusted to suit patient needs. taken on empty stomach.
Interactions: Decreased effect: amiloride, spironolactone, cholestyramine. increased effect: beta blockers, verapamil, amiodarone, macrolides, azoles.
Side Effects: Anorexia. nausea and vomiting. visual and conduction disturbances. allergic skin reactions. heart block. asystole. tachycardia.