DIGOXIN
Digoxin is widely prescribed for the treatment of Congestive heart failure and disturbances of cardiac rhythm. Equilibrium of serum and tissue Digoxin levels occurs at 6 to 8 hours, hence blood specimens should be drawn atleast 6 to 8 hours after drug administration. The drug has a narrow therapeutic window which makes monitoring therapy mandatory. Symptoms of toxicity mimic Cardiac arrhythmias for which the drug is originally prescribed.
Parameter(s) covered : 1
Report Frequency: Daily
Special Instruction: Specify sample drawn - whether Trough or Peak.
Trough: just before the next dose is due at steady state.
Peak : 6–8 hours after dose.
Price : ₹ 1000.00
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- Digoxin