Lanoxin

The Lanoxin is used to treat congestive heart failure like irregular heartbeat, and other heart disorders. The Lanoxin works by increasing the force of a contraction of the heart and slowing heart rate.

Every drug has side effects and so the Lanoxin also has some side effects too. The Lanoxin side effects include apathy, blurred vision, breast development in males, change in heartbeat, confusion, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, lower abdominal pain, nausea, psychosis, rash, vomiting, weakness, and yellow vision.

Always keep in mind to use the drugs according to physician’s prescriptions, as self-medication can be injurious to your health. The health care expert knows your body well and knows what drugs are suitable for you. The dosage of the medicine should also be taken according to the health care expert’s prescription. The prolong use of any medicine can have bad effects on your body. There are some patients who should not take Lanoxin especially those who are allergic to any of the ingredients of the Lanoxin. If you are on any other drug then do inform your doctor, as Lanoxin may interact with other dugs and can cause harm. Some people are careless about taking medicines so if they miss a dose then take it within 12 hours if you remember, otherwise skip the dose that you missed and go back to your regular schedule. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant then do inform your doctor about it, before starting this medicine. The breastfeeding with the use of Lanoxin can have side effects on your baby, so it is better to consult your doctor.



The Lanoxin can be injected either at doctors’ office, in the hospital or clinic. The Lanoxin must not be used if it contains particles, or it is cloudy or discolored, or if the vial is cracked or damaged. The dose must be taken according to the doctor’s prescription. In case of overdose, some serious side effects can occur for which immediate help of the health care provider must be taken. The symptoms of the overdose include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and irregular heartbeat, loss of appetite, nausea, very slow pulse, and vomiting.

The Lanoxin must be stored at room temperature. Keep it away from the moist place and close the container tightly after use. Never stop the drug on your own, because a sudden discontinuation of the drug can bring a change in your heart function. Always seek your doctor’s advice before stopping the medicine. The drugs are meant to cure your disease, so don’t misuse or abuse them. Always keep the medications away from the reach of children and in case of emergency, take immediate help of the health care provider. Never reuse the syringes, but dispose and discard them after use. The instructions and details of ingredients, and side effects are available in the prescription that comes with medicine.