Digoxin Overview | NCLEX Pharmacology Tips

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[@JSxxx123]

Thanks for the video-but are you sure Dig lowers BP? I’ve heard it lowers HR but it generally has a neutral effect on BP (making it unique among heart medications)

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I was going to ask this same question my teacher said it has noting to do with BP

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[@minabish1783]

Why does improving circulation decrease edema, wnd why does does BP decrease?

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Thank you so much for your question! Increasing circulation decreases edema by restoring proper fluid balance in the tissues as fluid circulates correctly systemically. Additionally, blood pressure is reduced due to the decrease in resistance and strain on the heart and blood vessels caused from excess fluid.

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@NurseInTheMaking thank you and if you can another question, is the fluid balance related to the lymphatic system? Also why would excess fluids cause stress on the heart if it's in the extracellular fluid not the circulation?

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@@minabish1783 Yes, the lymphatic system does aid with fluid balance within the body by helping to collect excess fluid and return it to the bloodstream. And excess extracellular fluid can still increase pressure on blood vessels causing expansion and strain on the heart. I hope this helps clear up this information! :)

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[@rayanmalih6854]

Correct me if I am wrong but I thought Digoxin only effects HR and not BP? Thank you.

[@NurseInTheMaking]

That is correct - digoxin is not used as a primary medication for hypertension. However, due to the mechanism of action, which includes improved cardiac output & circulation, decreased edema, decreased heart rate, and decreased constriction of the veins and arterioles, blood pressure is often lower after receiving digoxin than it was prior to administration of digoxin. I hope this helps clear this information up!

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[@itzelmiranda8202]

I thought Dig did not lower BP

[@mime5197]

Ya. I didn't learn so either. Kinda of surprise to hear she mentions that

[@NurseInTheMaking]

Thank you for mentioning this! I am sorry for any confusion with understanding digoxin. This medication will not be given as a primary medication for hypertensive patients. But, due to the mechanism of action of this medication, which includes improved cardiac output and circulation, decreased edema, decreased heart rate, and decreased constriction of veins and arterioles, blood pressure is often lower than prior to the administration of digoxin. I hope this helps to better understand this effect. Best of luck to you! 🙌

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[@melwilhelm6215]

on the flashcard you have therapeutic range is 0.5-2.0 but in the book, pg 184, you have therapeutic range is 0.8-2.0?

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I'm so sorry for the confusion! You may have an outdated book. The range should be 0.5 - 2.0 🙂 Reach out to me at [e-mail] and I can help you get the most updated resource 🙌

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Yea, I have 0.8 - 2.0 ng/ml in my PowerPoint

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[@gailcrowe727]

It’s called Doxazosin in the UK.

[@group14pharmacy20]

I assume you learned this already, but Doxazosin is a completely different drug :D

[@amanbhandohal1236]

Digoxin only to decrease pulse

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[@mrs.847]

My doctor subscribed this medication for me but I'm afraid cause I'm elderly and am on simvastatin.

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[@mrs.847]

@@NurseInTheMaking To tell you the truth I don't think my doctor will change his stance on this medication because of my rapid heartbeat. He told me in a round about way it's this medication or another ablation!

[@trevorbright9493]

Is there any evidence that digoxin can cause hearing loss or worsen tinnitus, my tinnitus got louder at the same time that i started on this drug. I stopped this drug and tinnitus hasnt improved. (However i also caught covid about the same time which apparently can worsen tinnitus )

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I would definitely suggest reaching out to your HCP to discuss any possible adverse effects or concerns you have regarding your health. Different medications can have different effects on each individual. Best of luck to you!

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[@Nicolectino]

Thankk you for this, was just a bit confused with Digoxin. If it really lowers bp? Or not?

[@NurseInTheMaking]

Thank you for your question! Digoxin is not administered primarily to lower blood pressure. However, due to the mechanism of action of the medication (it improves cardiac output & circulation, decreases edema, decreases heart rate, and decreases constriction of veins and arterioles), blood pressure is often lower than prior to the administration of digoxin. I hope this helps to explain the action of this medication 🙂

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[@abibing-]

Is it pronounced as DIGOKSIN or DIJOKSIN?

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