Metildigoxin is a medication used to treat heart problems, including congestive heart failure and certain irregular heart rhythms. It works by increasing the force of the heart's contractions and slowing the heart rate. It is usually taken by mouth as a tablet. Common side effects include dizziness, headache, and diarrhea.
Metildigoxin is a medication used to treat heart conditions like congestive heart failure and atrial fibrillation [1]. It is a semisynthetic version of digoxin, a medication derived from the foxglove plant [1]. Metildigoxin works by increasing the force of heart contractions and improving the heart's efficiency in pumping blood throughout the body [1].
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Metildigoxin is available in tablet form and is typically taken once or twice a day [1]. It is important to take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor, as too much can be toxic. Symptoms of digoxin toxicity include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, confusion, and hallucinations [1].