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Lanoxin is the brand name of a drug made by the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline. The generic name of Lanoxin is digoxin. Lanoxin/digoxin is derived from ‘digitalis lanata,’ a plant, and it’s used to treat:

• heart failure (including congestive heart failure; i.e., the heart cannot pump enough blood)
• symptoms associated with heart failure (shortness of breath, wheezing, and ankle swelling)
• atrial fibrillation (irregular, uncontrolled heartbeat)
• atrial flutter (a regular atrial rhythm that is too fast)
• atrial tachycardia (abnormally rapid heartbeat)
• heart failure that can’t be controlled by other medications

A similar digoxin medication called Digitek that is made by the pharmaceutical company Actavis was recalled in April 2008, due to a manufacturing mistake that gave twice the dose of digoxin (the active ingredient) in Digitek tablets. Lanoxin was not recalled, but as a digoxin-based medication, its side effects may potentially be similar to Digitek side effects.

Lanoxin’s Formulations

Lanoxin is a prescription-only medication that helps the human heart beat stronger and slower, which is exactly what is necessary in many of the above conditions. It has several formulations and dosages, and can be used for adult and pediatric (child) patients. Lanoxin comes in several forms:

• tablets
• capsules
• elixir (liquid)
• intravenous or intramuscular injection (fluid)

Lanoxin Side Effects

Lanoxin has potential side effects and signs that can become very serious, including:

• irregular heartbeat
• difficulty breathing
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• diarrhea
• swelling of the feet or hands
• unusual weight gain
• vision changes (blurred or yellow)
• extreme weakness or fatigue
• clammy or sweaty skin
• delirium or hallucinations
• breast enlargement, even in men

If you have been taking Lanoxin or any form of digoxin and you experience any of these symptoms, you should seek medical attention immediately.

Learn More about Lanoxin, Digitek, and Digoxin Risks

Digitalis-based drugs are serious medications that should not be prescribed lightly. If Lanoxin treatment or treatment with another digitalis drug has harmed you or your family member, you may be eligible for financial compensation for losses such as medical care, hospital bills, and lost income. Contact a Digitek Lawyer today to discuss your concerns in a no-cost, no-commitment consultation.