Digoxin — brands & medicines in Pakistan
Pakistan mein Digoxin ke 1 brands available hain. Drug class: Cardiac Glycoside. Neeche se koi bhi brand select karein aur uses, dosage, side effects aur price dekhein.
Quick Answer
Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside used in Pakistan for Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) — adjunct therapy, Atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter — rate control, Atrial tachycardia — rate control. Available as 1 brand. Prescription required. Always confirm dose with a doctor or pharmacist.
What is Digoxin?
Digoxin is a cardiac glycoside used in Pakistan for a range of medical conditions. Doctors and pharmacists in Pakistan recognize Digoxin under multiple brand names — currently 1 listed on PakVita (1 tablet). The information below is a synthesis from DRAP-registered medicine entries, BNF, and WHO Essential Medicines references.
Common indications
- Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) — adjunct therapy
- Atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter — rate control
- Atrial tachycardia — rate control
Indication and dose vary by medical condition, age, weight, and other factors. Always confirm with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting.
Typical dosage
As prescribed — dose carefully individualized based on renal function, age, weight, and serum digoxin levels
This is a general adult guidance pattern based on the manufacturer's label for one of the Digoxin brands listed below. Children, elderly patients, pregnant women, and people with kidney or liver impairment usually need different dosing — confirm with your doctor.
Side effects
Common (usually mild)
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (often early signs of toxicity)
- Bradycardia (slow heart rate)
- Fatigue and weakness
Serious — stop and see a doctor
- Digoxin toxicity — life-threatening arrhythmias, complete heart block
- Xanthopsia — yellow/green visual halos (classic toxicity sign)
- Severe bradycardia and heart block — can be fatal
- Ventricular arrhythmias — especially in hypokalemia
Important warnings
- NARROW THERAPEUTIC INDEX — toxicity can occur even within normal serum levels in some patients; never self-adjust dose
- Hypokalemia (low potassium) POTENTIATES digoxin toxicity — monitor electrolytes regularly
- Elderly and renal impairment patients — much higher toxicity risk; reduced clearance
- Serum digoxin level monitoring required — target level 0.5–2.0 ng/mL (or 0.5–0.9 in HF)
- Many drug interactions that raise or lower digoxin blood levels — always inform your doctor of all medicines
- Do NOT stop without consulting doctor — can worsen heart condition
Conditions treated
Digoxin brands in Pakistan (1)
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Frequently asked questions
What is Digoxin used for in Pakistan?
Digoxin is commonly used for Heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) — adjunct therapy, Atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter — rate control, Atrial tachycardia — rate control. It belongs to the cardiac glycoside drug class.
What is the typical dosage of Digoxin?
Typical adult dosing is described by manufacturers as: "As prescribed — dose carefully individualized based on renal function, age, weight, and serum digoxin levels". Always confirm dose, duration, and timing with a qualified doctor or pharmacist — dose depends on indication, weight, age, kidney/liver function, and other medications.
What are the common side effects of Digoxin?
Common side effects include Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (often early signs of toxicity), Bradycardia (slow heart rate), Fatigue and weakness. Most are mild and resolve as the body adjusts. Stop the medicine and contact a doctor if side effects are severe, persistent, or include allergic symptoms (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).
When should I stop Digoxin and see a doctor?
Stop Digoxin and seek urgent medical care if you experience: Digoxin toxicity — life-threatening arrhythmias, complete heart block; Xanthopsia — yellow/green visual halos (classic toxicity sign); Severe bradycardia and heart block — can be fatal; Ventricular arrhythmias — especially in hypokalemia. These are serious signs that need immediate attention.
Is Digoxin available without a prescription in Pakistan?
Prescription required.
What brands of Digoxin are available in Pakistan?
1 brand of Digoxin is listed on PakVita: 1 tablet. Browse the brand list below and click any name for prices, dosage, and full information.
Sources
- DRAP Registered Drug Products Database — Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
- British National Formulary (BNF) — BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press
- WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. — World Health Organization