What should you discuss with your healthcare provider before taking digoxin?
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you:
- have kidney disease
- have thyroid disease
- are taking any other heart medication
You may require a
dosage adjustment or special monitoring while
taking digoxin.
Digoxin is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether
digoxin will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.
Digoxin passes into breast milk and may harm a nursing infant. Do not
take Digoxin without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
If you are over 65 years of age, you may be more likely to experience
side effects from digoxin. You may require a
dosage adjustment or special monitoring.
