Lanoxin (Digoxin)

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Brand Name: Lanoxin

Generic Name: Digoxin

Manufacturer/Agent: Glaxosmithkline Pharma

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Formulation: inj

Strength: 0.5mg/2ml

Pack size: 5

Trade Price: KES 1,856.80

Retail Price: @ KES 495.15

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Class: Cardiac Glycosides (Cardiovascular drugs)

Mechanism of Action:

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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.

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