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Lanoxin Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure, Arrhythmia. Other than this, Lanoxin Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Lanoxin Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lanoxin Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Lanoxin Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Lanoxin Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lanoxin Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lanoxin Injection related warnings section.
Lanoxin Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Hypercalcemia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lanoxin Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Lanoxin Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lanoxin Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Lanoxin Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Lanoxin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Lanoxin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Lanoxin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Lanoxin is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lanoxin Injection on the Kidneys?
Lanoxin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lanoxin Injection on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Lanoxin on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Lanoxin Injection on the Heart?
Lanoxin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lanoxin Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lanoxin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lanoxin Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Lanoxin Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lanoxin Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Lanoxin Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Lanoxin Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lanoxin Injection
Taking Lanoxin Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lanoxin Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Lanoxin Injection with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 430-433
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 512-519
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)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 430-433
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 512-519
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)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 430-433
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 512-519
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)
