Flecainide and Lanoxin Tablets

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.

Flecainide may cause a slight increase in plasma digoxin levels. The mechanism is unknown. In one case, an increase in the PR interval was associated with this interaction, but no clinically significant adverse effects have been reported. If digoxin levels are in the upper end of the therapeutic range before flecainide is administered, caution is recommended. If digoxin toxicity develops or is suspected during coadministration, a decrease in digoxin dosage should be considered. Patients should be advised to notify their physician if they experience nausea, anorexia, visual changes, slow pulse, or irregular heartbeats.

Flecainide

Generic Name: flecainide

Brand name: Tambocor

Synonyms: n.a.

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Lanoxin Tablets

Generic Name: digoxin

Brand name: Digitek, Digox, Lanoxin, Lanoxicaps, Cardoxin

Synonyms: Digoxin

What is Lanoxin Tablets?