Brand
name: Digitran /
Digoxin, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin
Pronounced: la-NOCKS-in
Generic name: Digoxin
Other brand name: Digitek
Why is Digitran prescribed?
Digitran is used in the treatment of congestive heart failure, certain
types of irregular heartbeat, and other heart problems. It improves
the strength and efficiency of your heart, which leads to better circulation
of blood and reduction of the uncomfortable swelling that is common
in people with congestive heart failure. Digitran is usually prescribed
along with a water pill (to help relieve swelling) and a drug called
an ACE inhibitor (to further improve circulation). It belongs to a
class of drugs known as digitalis glycosides.
Most important fact about Digitran
You should not stop taking Digitran without first consulting your doctor.
A sudden absence of the drug could cause a serious change in your heart
function. You will probably have to take Digitran for a long time--possibly
for the rest of your life.
How should you take Digitran without prescriptions?
Digitran usually is taken once daily. To help you remember your dose,
try to take it at the same time every day, for instance when brushing
your teeth in the morning or going to bed at night.
Digitran is available in tablet, capsule, liquid, and injectable forms.
If you are taking the liquid form, use the specially marked dropper
that comes with it.
It's best to take this medicine on an empty stomach. However, if this
upsets your stomach, you can take Digitran with food.
Avoid taking this medicine with high-bran/high-fiber foods, such as
certain breakfast cereals.
Do not change from one brand of Digitran to another without first consulting
your doctor or pharmacist.
Your doctor may ask you to check your pulse rate while taking Digitran.
Slowing or quickening of your pulse could mean you are developing side
effects to your prescribed dose. The amount of Digitran needed to help
most people is very close to the amount that could cause serious problems
from overdose, so monitoring your pulse can be very important.
Why should Digitran not be prescribed?
If you are sensitive to or have e
