Digoxin Counselling

Question 1

Digoxin

A =

Answer 1

Increases the force of pumping and slows HR down

Question 2

Digoxin

T-

Answer 2

OD with food

Question 3

Digoxin

E-

Answer 3

1-2 weeks

Question 4

Digoxin

T -

Answer 4

Initially check kidneys + electrolytes

Question 5

Digoxin

I-

Answer 5

Yellow tinge to vision
GI changes

Arrythmias => seek medical attention

Question 6

Digoxin what to tell patient about doses

Answer 6

Dont miss dose as it can be toxic or not work very easily if missed dose