Digoxin

• Digoxin is available by prescription only.

• Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside.

• When the heart loses its ability to contract effectively, Digoxin is used to stimulate the heart's contractions.

• Digoxin is used to treat...

• heart failure

• irregular heartbeats

• Digoxin increases the availability of calcium to the heart muscle, thus making the heart pump blood more efficiently.

• Do not use in pets with known hypersensitivity to Digoxin.

• Do not use in animals suffering from...

• kidney failure

• lung disease

• some heart diseases

• Periodic blood tests may be needed during Digoxin treatment.

• Digoxin may interact with some other medications. Inform your veterinarian of any and all medications your pet is taking, especially...

• cimetidine

• antacids

• antibiotics

• thyroid replacement drugs

• diazepam

• verapamil

• quinidine

• Store at room temperature.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Give as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions printed on the prescription label.

• Store at room temperature.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Make sure your pet has access to plenty of water during treatment.

• In the case of a missed dose of Digoxin, give it as soon as you remember or wait until it is time to give the next dose. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF DIGOXIN.

• In the case of an overdose of Digoxin, seek attention from your veterinarian.

• The following symptoms could be signs of an overdose...

• irregular heartbeat

• lethargy

• seizures

• diarrhea

• loss of appetite

• vomiting

• Allergic reactions and serious side effects are rare, but in the case of an allergic reaction or a serious side effect, seek immediate veterinary attention.

• Some common signs of allergic reactions and serious side effects are...

• breathing difficulties

• facial swelling

• hives

• fainting

• disorientation

• irregular heartbeat