Digoxin Flashcards
1
Q
What class is Digoxin
A
Cardiac Glycoside
2
Q
What is the mechanism of Digoxin
A
Inhibits Na+ absorption => Inc. Ca Intracellularly
Increasing Contractility (inotropy) Reduced conductivity (reduce HR)
Thus reduced HR w/inc. SV
3
Q
What 2 conditions can Digoxin be given in
A
HF
AF
4
Q
what 5 conditions should Digoxin not be given in
A
Constrictive pericarditis
Cardiomyopathy
Wolff-Parkinson’s White Syndrome
VF
Hypo/hyper calcaemia
5
Q
what 2 drugs should Digoxin not be given with
A
Amiodarone
Verpamil
6
Q
What are 3 side effects of Digoxin
A
Dizziness
Tiredness
Blurred vision
