What does it do?

Digoxin is used to slow your heart rate and improve how your heart works.

How should you take it?

Take digoxin regularly as directed. Take with food and a glass of water.
Measure the liquid carefully with an oral syringe or measuring spoon.

What if you forget a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and carry on as normal. Do not take two doses at the same time.

Can you take other medicines?

Some medicines available without a prescription may react with digoxin including:

• antacids (e.g. Mylanta®)

Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products (e.g. St John's wort) or recreational drugs.

What side effects might you notice?

Side Effects	Recommended action
Irregular heartbeat, chest pain, fainting Unusual behaviour or thinking, confusion, anxiety	Tell your doctor immediately
Changes in vision Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, change of appetite, abdominal pain Headache, dizziness, tiredness or weakness Trouble sleeping Enlarged breasts (in males)	Tell your doctor if troublesome

If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.

Other information:

• Tell your doctor if you have thyroid, kidney, digestion or other heart problems.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
• Do not take indigestion remedies, iron or calcium preparations within 2 hours of taking digoxin.
• You may need blood tests to make sure you are taking the correct dose of digoxin, especially if you start or stop other medicines or have changes in your health.