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Composition :

DIGOXIN-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

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About Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml

Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml belongs to the group of medicines called cardiac glycosides used to treat heart failure and irregular heartbeats. Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood as effectively as it should. Irregular heartbeat is a condition in which the heart beats irregularly, i.e., too fast, or too slow. 

Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml contains Digoxin that works on the heart muscle and increases the force with which heart muscle contracts with each heartbeat. Thereby, it makes the heart efficient in pumping blood around the body and slows down the rate at which the heart beats.

Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some people may experience diarrhoea, nausea, dizziness, weakness, headache, or anxiety. Most of these side effects of Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. 

If you are known to be allergic to Digoxin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml . If you have beriberi disease caused by vitamin B1 deficiency, malabsorption syndrome (unable to absorb minerals from food), or any lung or kidney disease, please inform your doctor before taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed accordingly.

Uses of Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml

Prevention of heart failure, Irregular heartbeats

Directions for Use

Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml is a cardiac glycoside that is used to treat heart failure and irregular heartbeats. Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml increases the force with which heart muscle contracts with each heartbeat and makes the heart efficient in pumping blood around the body. Thus, slows down the rate at which the heart beats and makes the heart rate normal. Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml improves heart failure symptoms such as exercise capacity and reduces the number of hospitalizations.

Storage

Keep Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml out of reach and sight of children.

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women are advised to consult a doctor before taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml . Avoid intake of alcohol with Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml as it may increase the risk of drowsiness. Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml may cause vision problems in some people; drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. If you have beriberi disease caused by vitamin B1 deficiency, malabsorption syndrome (unable to absorb minerals from food), thyroid, or any lung or kidney disease, please inform your doctor before taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml so that the dose may be adjusted or an alternate medicine may be prescribed accordingly. Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml has a narrow therapeutic index which makes its use limited and requires close monitoring as a small change in dose or blood concentration may lead to severe adverse effects and overdose may lead to life-threatening reactions.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Food Interactions

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DIGOXIN-0.5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Mild

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a low salt diet and minimize eating processed foods as they contain more sodium. Try to replace salt with spices or herbs to add flavour to the food.
  • Regular exercise is advised as it helps to lower blood pressure and keeps blood vessels and the heart in good condition.
  • Quit smoking as smoking increases blood pressure and heart rate.
  • Eat a balanced and healthy diet which includes plenty of vegetables, fruits, and low-fat or fat-free products.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIARRHYTHMICS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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DIGOXIN-0.5MGOther conduction disorders
Severe
DIGOXIN-0.5MGAbnormalities of heart beat
Severe

FAQs

Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml increases the force with which heart muscle contracts with each heartbeat and makes the heart efficient in pumping blood around the body. Thus, slows down the rate at which the heart beats and makes the heart rate normal.

Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml may cause yellow or blurred vision in some people. Therefore, be cautious before driving or using machinery.

You are recommended to avoid taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml 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).

You are not recommended to take amiodarone with Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the levels of digoxin in the blood resulting in digoxin toxicity. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.

You are not recommended to take more than the prescribed dose of Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml as it may cause Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml toxicity resulting in symptoms such as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, tiredness, dizziness or visual disturbances. However, if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml , please consult a doctor immediately.

Yes, Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml may cause diarrhoea as a side effect. However, it is not necessary for everyone taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml to experience this side effect. You are recommended to drink plenty of fluids in order 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 worsens, please consult your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ADENOSINE
  • AMIODARONE
  • DOLASETRON
  • QUINIDINE
  • ARBUTAMINE
  • ATAZANAVIR
  • SAQUINAVIR
  • CERITINIB
  • LAPATINIB
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • FINGOLIMOD
  • FLIBANSERIN
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • CALCIUM CHLORIDE
  • CALCIUM GLUCEPTATE
  • CALCIUM GLUCONATE

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are advised while taking Dixin 0.5 mg Injection 10 x 2 ml to monitor potassium levels and kidney functioning.
  • Digoxin levels in the blood should be monitored as digoxin toxicity can lead to several forms of heart rhythm disturbances, vomiting, nausea and visual disturbances.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Heart failure: It is a chronic condition in which heart is unable to pump blood as effectively as it should. Heart failure may occur due to certain conditions like high blood pressure, swelling or damage of heart muscle, faulty heart valves or narrow arteries in heart. Symptoms of heart failure include shortness of breath, tiredness, fast heartbeat and swollen legs.

Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat): It is a condition in which the heart beats irregularly, i.e., too fast or too slow. Symptoms of irregular heartbeat include chest pain, shortness of breath, fast or slow heartbeat. 60 to 100 beats per minute is generally considered as normal heart rate. 

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