Digover Tablet 10's is a cardiac glycoside that is used to treat heart failure and irregular heartbeats. Digover Tablet 10's increases the force with which heart muscle contracts with each heartbeat and makes heart efficient in pumping blood around the body. Thus, slows down the rate at which heartbeats and makes heart rate normal. Digover Tablet 10's improves heart failure symptoms such as exercise capacity and reduces the number of hospitalizations.

FAQs

How long does it take to show its effect?

It may take several weeks for Digover Tablet 10's to show its effect. You are recommended to continue taking Digover Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor prescribes it and do not stop taking Digover Tablet 10's suddenly as it may worsen your heart problems. However, if you experience any difficulty while taking Digover Tablet 10's, please consult your doctor.

Does Digover Tablet 10's cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Digover Tablet 10's may cause diarrhoea as a side effect. However, it is not necessary for everyone taking Digover Tablet 10's to experience this side effect. You are recommended to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration. Signs of dehydration include decreased urination or dark, strong-smelling urine. Also, do not take any other medicines to treat diarrhoea without consulting your doctor. If the condition persists or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Does Digover Tablet 10's cause changes in vision?

Yes, Digover Tablet 10's may cause yellow or blurred vision in some people. Therefore, be cautious before driving or using machinery.

Is there any food or drink I need to avoid while taking Digover Tablet 10's?

No, you can eat normally. However, a balanced and healthy diet are advised for effective results.

What happens if I take more than the prescribed dose of Digover Tablet 10's?

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Digover Tablet 10's as it may cause Digover Tablet 10's toxicity resulting in symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, tiredness, dizziness or visual disturbances (more than usual yellow-green). However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Digover Tablet 10's, please consult a doctor immediately.

Can I take amiodarone with Digover Tablet 10's?

No, you are not recommended to take amiodarone with Digover Tablet 10's as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the levels of Digover Tablet 10's in the blood resulting in Digover Tablet 10's toxicity. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Digover Tablet 10's so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.

In which conditions should I avoid taking Digover Tablet 10's?

You are recommended to avoid taking Digover Tablet 10's if you have severe heart problems, have a history of Stokes-Adams attacks (abrupt, short-lived unconsciousness caused by a sudden change in a heartbeat), obstructive cardiomyopathy (enlargement of the heart muscle) and Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome (extra electrical pathway causes fast heartbeat).