Digon
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Digon Information
Digon Benefits & Uses
Digon is used to treat the following -
- Heart Failure Primary
- Arrhythmia Primary
- एट्रियल फाइब्रिलेशन
- Myocarditis
Digon Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Ingredients of Digon
Digon Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Digon is used -
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Skin Rash Mild
- Slow heart rate (pulse)
- Visual Disturbance
- Dizziness Severe
- Stomach ache Severe
- Anxiety Mild
- Confusion
- Depression Mild
Digon Related Warnings
Is the use of Digon safe for pregnant women?
Those pregnant women want to take Digon, before that take doctor advice regarding how to use. If you don't do same then it will cause harmful effects on your health.
SevereIs the use of Digon safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can use Digon without any worries about side effects.
SafeWhat is the effect of Digon on the Kidneys?
Digon may have mild side effects on the [Organ]. Most people will never see any effect on the [Organ].
MildWhat is the effect of Digon on the Liver?
No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Digon on [Organ]. So it is not known whether taking Digon will cause side effects on [Organ] or not.
UnknownWhat is the effect of Digon on the Heart?
Digon may have mild side effects on the [Organ]. Most people will never see any effect on the [Organ].
MildSevere Interaction of Digon with Other Drugs
Digon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Trimethoprim
Telmisartan
Succinylcholine
Spironolactone
Ritonavir
Digon Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Digon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypercalcemia
- Liver Disease
- High BP (High Blood Pressure)
Frequently asked Questions about Digon
Is this Digon habit forming or addictive?
No, Digon is not habit forming.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires the brain to be active and alert after taking Digon.
DangerousIs it safe?
Yes, but take Digon only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's adviseIs it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of [medicine] in mental disorders is not effective.
नहींDigon Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Interaction between Food and Digon
You can take Digon with food.
SafeInteraction between Alcohol and Digon
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Digon.
UnknownDigon से जुड़े सवाल और जवाब
सवाल over 1 year पहले
Does Digon lower the blood pressure?
Dr. Bharat MBBS, General Physician
No, Digon does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this medicine then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.
सवाल 11 months पहले
Can I take Digon with diltiazem?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS, Other
Avoid taking Digon with diltiazem at the same time. Because diltiazem can increase the concentration of digoxin in the blood which requires an adjustment in the dosage of digoxin but you can them together only if it is advised by your doctor.
सवाल about 1 year पहले
Can Digon cause weight loss?
Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS, General Physician
Yes, Digon can cause weight loss if it is taken in higher doses. Weight loss occurs especially in children and older age group (Geriatric). However, if you are experiencing rapid weight loss then discuss it with your doctor instantly.
सवाल over 1 year पहले
How to take Digon?
Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD, General Physician
Take Digon once daily or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension, heart block, and improper kidney function.
सवाल over 1 year पहले
What is Digon?
Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology
Digon is a brand name of digoxin and it is available in the form of a tablet, injection, syrup, and oral solution. It belongs to the class of drug called cardiac glycosides. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of heart failure and irregular heartbeat ( Arrhythmia).
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References
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- US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lanoxin® (digoxin)
- Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Sigmaxin (digoxin)
