Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet is a cardiac glycoside that is used to treat heart failure and irregular heartbeats. Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet 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. Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet 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 Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet to show its effect. You are recommended to continue taking Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet for as long as your doctor prescribes it and do not stop taking Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet suddenly as it may worsen your heart problems. However, if you experience any difficulty while taking Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Does Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet cause diarrhoea?

Yes, Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet may cause diarrhoea as a side effect. However, it is not necessary for everyone taking Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet 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 Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet cause changes in vision?

Yes, Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet 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 Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet?

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 Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet?

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet as it may cause Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet 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 Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet, please consult a doctor immediately.

Can I take amiodarone with Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet?

No, you are not recommended to take amiodarone with Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the levels of Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet in the blood resulting in Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet toxicity. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.

In which conditions should I avoid taking Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet?

You are recommended to avoid taking Geoxin 0.25mg Tablet 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).