Digitalis Toxicity - Digoxin Toxicity

What can be done to prevent the condition?

The healthcare provider will often order a chem-7 blood test to check salt balance and a therapeutic drug level to check the level of digoxin. A person should talk with his or her healthcare provider before starting new prescription or over-the-counter medications.

What are the long-term effects of the condition?

In severe cases, digoxin toxicity can sometimes cause death. Treatment is needed right away.

What are the risks to others?

There are no risks to others.