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

Does Lanoxin Tablet cause diarrhoea?

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

Yes, Lanoxin 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 Lanoxin 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 Lanoxin Tablet ?

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

Can I take amiodarone with Lanoxin Tablet ?

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

In which conditions should I avoid taking Lanoxin Tablet ?

You are recommended to avoid taking Lanoxin 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).