Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup: Effective Relief for Children

Uses:

• Heart failure
• Irregular heart rhythm or heartbeats

Active ingredient: digoxin, a cardiac glycoside.

Important information:

• Do not take if you have allergies to digoxin, other cardiac glycosides, or any of its components.
• Inform your doctor if you have recently suffered a heart attack or any severe heart condition, received any electric shock treatment to correct heartbeat, lung disease, kidney disease, thyroid disorders, high blood pressure (BP), vitamin B1 deficiency, or malabsorption syndrome before taking this medicine.
• Keep this medicine away from the sight and reach of children.
• Store at 20°C to 25°C.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date.

Dosage:

• Follow your doctor's instructions closely.
• The medicine is administered orally, with dosages determined based on your heart condition, age, weight, and kidney function.
• Regular blood tests are done for dose adjustments.
• Children's doses are weight-dependent, and the elderly may receive lower doses due to reduced kidney function.

Safety advices:

• Pregnancy: used cautiously in pregnant mothers only when considered necessary by your doctor.
• Breast feeding: this medicine is excreted in breast milk but in very small amounts.
• Lungs: the effect of Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup may be increased if you have severe lung diseases, leading to undesirable side effects.
• Liver: the safety of Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup in lung patients is unknown.
• Alcohol: it is not recommended to consume alcohol while you are in treatment with Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup, as it can cause dizziness and enhance the effect of alcohol.
• Driving: Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup can cause dizziness. Do not drive or use heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

Side effects:

• Allergic reactions of the skin may occur (rash, urticaria).
• Abnormal heartbeats.
• Nausea.
• Vomiting.
• Diarrhea.
• Dizziness.
• Visual disturbances (blurred or yellow vision).

FAQs:

1. Can I stop taking Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup? Only discontinue Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup after consulting your doctor, even if you feel better. Stopping abruptly could worsen your condition and may cause undesirable side effects.

2. Does Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup interact with food? Yes, avoiding high-fiber foods such as oatmeal, milk, and high-fiber cereals is crucial because they can reduce the absorption of digoxin in your body and lower the effect of this medication.

3. Can Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup harm the kidneys? Yes, Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup can harm your kidneys, especially if you have kidney problems. If your kidney function worsens, there is a higher risk of Digoxin-causing toxicity.

4. When can I expect to feel better with Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup? Digoxin might take a few weeks to begin working, so you may not notice immediate changes.

5. What is the most serious side effect of Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup? A very serious allergic reaction to Dixin Paed 60ml Syrup is rare. However, get medical help promptly if you notice any serious allergic reaction, including rashes, itching, swelling (especially of the face, tongue or throat), severe dizziness, or difficult breathing.

Fact box:

• Molecule Name: Digoxin
• Therapeutic class: Antiarrhythmics
• Pharmacological class: Cardiac glycosides
• Indications: Heart failure, Arrythmia

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