Digoxin

Generic Name
Digoxin
Brand Names
Digox, Lanoxin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C41H64O14
CAS Number
20830-75-5
Unique Ingredient Identifier
73K4184T59
Background

Digoxin is one of the oldest cardiovascular medications used today. It is a common agent used to manage atrial fibrillation and the symptoms of heart failure. Digoxin is classified as a cardiac glycoside and was initially approved by the FDA in 1954.
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Indication

Digoxin is indicated in the following conditions: 1) For the treatment of mild to moderate heart failure in adult patients. 2) To increase myocardial contraction in children diagnosed with heart failure. 3) To maintain control ventricular rate in adult patients diagnosed with chronic atrial fibrillation.
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Associated Conditions
Myocardial contractility, Ventricular Arrhythmia, Mild to moderate heart failure
Associated Therapies
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