Description
Benefits: Increases contraction strength of the heart Dose and Administration:It is important to follow your Veterinarian's prescription instructions for your pet and do not adjust dosages without first consulting your Veterinarian.Dog:The usual dose for dogs is 0.0025mg-0.005mg/ lb of pet's body weight every 12 hours, on an empty stomach. Digoxin should be given with lots of water. Digoxin should be given to your pet at the same times every dayCat:The usual dose for cats is 0.0015mg- 0.002mg / lb of pet's body weight every 12 hours, on an empty stomach. Digoxin should be given with lots of water. Digoxin should be given to your pet at the same times every dayPOSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS & DRUG REACTIONS: * Heightened serum levels* Worsening heart failure* Heart arrhythmia* Loss of appetite* Lethargy* Dehydration* Diarrhea The collie breed of dog may be more susceptible to the central nervous system effects of Digoxin. Use with caution in this breed. Digoxin may react with these drugs:* Antacids* Anticholinergics* Chemotherapy* Furosemide and other diuretics* Glucocorticoids* Laxatives* Thyroid hormones* Amphotericin B* Cimetidine* Diazepam* Diltiazem* Erythromycin* Metoclopramide* Neomycin sulfate* Penicillamine* Quinidine* Spironolactone* Succinylcholine* Chloride* Tetracycline* Verapamil USE CAUTION WHEN ADMINISTERING THIS DRUG TO PETS WITH SEVERE HEART OR PULMONARY DISEASE – giving this drug to pets with certain heart problems- ventricular arrythmias, digitalis intoxication, idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis, acute myocarditis, acute myocardial infarct, ventricular tachycardias, chronic constrictive pericarditis, or AV block- may do more harm than good. Be sure your veterinarian has an extensive history of your pet&rsquos heart problems. USE CAUTION WHEN ADMINISTERING THIS DRUG TO PETS WITH LIVER OR KIDNEY DISEASE USE CAUTION WHEN ADMINISTERING THIS DRUG TO CATS – Use with extreme caution and only with the recommendation of an experienced veterinarian when giving this drug to cats, especially those with feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Digoxin has a tendency to consistently cause an increase in oxygen requirements and serum levels. Digoxin 0.05 mg/ml Oral Solution Lime Flavor 60 ml. I do not receive this product or any others in exchange for this article, I do get a commission for readers clicking the buy now links which helps to differ the cost of hosting this blog and I sincerely hope this article site helps you with your search for Vet Approved Rx products.
