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    DIGOXIN

    Drug Indications:1. Cardiac failure accompanied by atrial fibrilation.2. Management of chronic cardiac failure where systolicdysfunction is dominant.

    3. Management of certain supraventriculararrhythmias.

    Normal dose:

    Maintenance dose: Usually 125-250mcg/dayRapid oral dosing for adults: 750-1500mcg as a singledoseSlow oral dosing for adults: 250-750mcg daily for 1week

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    ADVERSE EFFECTS

    yCNS Disturbances

    yDizziness

    yDepressionyVisual

    Disturbances

    yArrhythmia

    ySinus Bradycardia

    yLoss of appetiteyAbdominal Pain

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