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Digoxin: Dosage and Nursing Guidelines by Cris Tan is a document available to read on EtoBox.

Generic Name (Brand name) Digoxin Digitek, Digoxin, Lanoxicaps, Lanoxin* is a cardiac glycoside used to treat heart failure, paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation and flutter. It works by inhibiting sodium-potassium-activated adenosine triphosphatase, which strengthens myocardial contraction. Common adverse reactions include fatigue, arrhythmias, blurred vision, nausea, and anorexia. Dosing is dependent on age and includes a loading dose followed by a maintenance dose given orally or

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Cris Tan
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