Digoxin (oral): How Should I Take Digoxin
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How should I take digoxin?
Take digoxin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
 | Take each dose with a full glass of water. |
Try to take digoxin at the same time every day.
Ask your doctor to teach you how to monitor your heart rate and at what heart rate you should notify them before taking any more medication.
 | Do not stop taking digoxin suddenly. Stopping suddenly could make your condition worse. Even if you feel better, you may need to keep taking this medication to help the heart work properly. Make sure you always have enough digoxin on hand for vacations and holidays. |
Your doctor may want to perform blood tests during treatment with digoxin to monitor the amount of medication in your body.
 | Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat. |
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| Last updated: | July 30, 2004 |
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