Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection
Celon Laboratories Ltd

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In-stock 2 ml in 1 vial
11.00

USED FOR:
Heart failure Arrhythmias

COMPOSITION:
Digoxin (500mcg/2ml)

Therapeutic Uses:
cardiac

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection may make you feel dizzy, drowsy or affect your vision. Do not drive until your vision is clear..

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests, potassium, magnesium and calcium levels is advisable while you are taking this medicine.

Liver

Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Digoxin   500mcg/2ml

Uses of Celoxin Injection
Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection is used in the treatment of heart failure and arrhythmias.

How to use Celoxin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Celoxin Injection works
Celoxin 500mcg/2ml Injection is a cardiac glycoside. It works by correcting irregular heartbeat to a normal rhythm and increases the force with which the heart muscle contracts with every heartbeat. This makes the heart pump more efficiently and increases blood circulation throughout the body.

Side Effects:

Common Skin rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Irregular heartbeats, Visual disturbance.

Expert advice for Celoxin Injection
Your doctor has prescribed Celoxin to decrease the heart rate and treat heart failure symptoms. Take Celoxin at the same time every day. Notify your doctor about other medicines you're taking to avoid drug interactions. Symptoms of overdose include slow heartbeat, dizziness, lightheadedness and breathing problems. Overdose may occur more quickly if you are dehydrated. Hence, drink plenty of water while taking this medication. Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor even if you feel better. Stopping abruptly could worsen your condition. Headache, nausea, diarrhoea and dizziness may occur as side effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is digoxin and digitalis the same drug?
Digoxin and digitalis are the same drugs. Always consult your doctor regarding its use.

Q. Is digoxin a beta blocker/diuretic/potassium sparing/vasodilator/potassium wasting/blood thinner/ACE inhibitor/anticoagulant?
Digoxin is not beta blocker/diuretic/potassium sparing/vasodilator/potassium wasting/blood thinner/ACE inhibitor/anticoagulant. It belongs to a group of medicines called ‘cardiac glycosides'. Digoxin has side effect such as decreasing the potassium level, but it does not increase potassium excretion in the urine

Q. Is digoxin nephrotoxic?
Digoxin is not nephrotoxic, it has no known toxic effect on the kidney.

Q. Is digoxin still used?
Yes, digoxin is still used. It used to treat certain cardiac problems such as heart failure and arrhythmias.

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