Common Questions about Digoxin (Lanoxin)

Is digoxin a beta blocker or calcium channel blocker?

No, digoxin is not a beta blocker or calcium channel blocker. It is a cardiac glycoside that helps the heart beat stronger and controls heart rate. Beta blockers and calcium channel blockers are also used to treat heart problems, but they work differently.

Why is it called digoxin?

The name digoxin is combined from digitalis and toxin. This drug is derived from the digitalis plant (Digitalis lantana or foxglove). 

What is the best time to take digoxin?

You can take digoxin at any time of day, with or without food. Most patients take it after breakfast. Try to take your medicine at around the same time every day to maintain stable digoxin levels.

How long does it take for digoxin to work?

It can take several weeks for digoxin to start working. Continue taking the medicine even if you don’t notice an improvement in your symptoms right away. Do not discontinue treatment without talking to your doctor.

Why is digoxin dangerous?

Digoxin is a narrow therapeutic index drug. This means small changes in the digoxin dose and serum digoxin levels can have serious health effects. Too much digoxin in the body can cause irregular heartbeats and other complications.

What is the price of digoxin without insurance?

Without insurance, digoxin can be as high as $159.99, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $18.68 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of digoxin with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on digoxin—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for digoxin. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.