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Understanding Digoxin
 Most of us have heard of, or encountered a patient taking Digoxin at some point in our carreers. But, do we understand what it is and how it affects our patient?    Digoxin (Lanoxin), is a Cardiac Glycoside, derived from the foxglove plant, Digitalis. This medication is often seen in the pre-hospital setting, used for the treatment of:    Heart Failure (HF) with reduced Systolic Function   Atrial Fibrillation (AF) and Atrial Flutter (A-flutter) associated with Rapid Ventricular Response (RVR)   Cardiomyopathies   Often combined with Calcium and Beta Channel Blockers, Angiot...
Source: EMS 12-Lead - January 10, 2014 Category: Cardiology Authors: Ivan Rios Tags: Atrial Fibrillation Bidirectional Ventricular Tachycardia Digoxin Digoxin toxicity Heart Failure Source Type: research