Digoxin

Last Reviewed: Sep 12, 2024

Pros & Cons


Digoxin (Lanoxin) Pros and Cons

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  • Digoxin administration is safe even for young children.
  • You only need to take this medicine once daily by mouth.
  • There is a lower-cost generic available.

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  • Digitalis toxicity (too high medication levels in the blood) can cause serious life-threatening complications including digitalis-induced arrhythmias. 
  • You need to get regular blood tests while on digoxin.