Lanoxin

associated with heart conditions like congestive heart failure. Lanoxin regulates and strengthens the patient's heartbeat. The generic for Lanoxin is sold under the name Digoxin. Vitamin K and Lanoxin may be prescribed together, as Lanoxin can limit the body's absorption of this and other vitamins.

Lanoxin side effects may include minor problems such as nausea, fatigue, and decreased libido (sex drive). These should be reported to your doctor, but do not usually require immediate medical care. Major side effects of Lanoxin, like irregular heartbeat, vision problems, or fainting, along with allergic reactions to Lanoxin, should be immediately treated. Lanoxin is a class "C" drug, which should not be used by women who are nursing or pregnant. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant while taking Lanoxin. Patients with kidney or thyroid disorders may not be able to take Lanoxin. Also, some medications, such as other heart medications, thyroid drugs, or antacids, may interact with Lanoxin. Discuss all your medical conditions and medications you take with your doctor before he or she prescribes Lanoxin for you.

Lanoxin must always be taken exactly as prescribed. Overdosing can cause Lanoxin toxicity, which is characterized by symptoms such as diarrhea, hallucinations, and even seizures. If you feel you have overdosed on Lanoxin, do not ignore your symptoms. Get immediate medical help, as Lanoxin overdose may be fatal if left untreated. You should also not suddenly decrease your dosage of Lanoxin, or stop taking it altogether, without your doctor's approval. Even if you feel better, it is important that you continue to regularly take Lanoxin. If you do not, your symptoms may return, or even worsen.

Your doctor will conduct regular blood tests while you are taking Lanoxin. This is to check the amount of Lanoxin in your bloodstream. Your doctor will use these test results to determine if your dosage needs to be changed. Keep all follow up appointments with your doctor.

There are many online sources for information on Lanoxin. These include message boards where you may discuss Lanoxin with other people who have used it, or are currently using it. However, information found on the Internet should always be discussed with your doctor for accuracy. He or she can also give you the most up to date information on Lanoxin and facts about its usage that pertain specifically to you, taking your individual medical history and current condition into account.