Digitalis and Digoxin - Clinical Uses and Adverse Effects

Learn about the clinical uses and adverse effects of digitalis and digoxin in this comprehensive 59-minute lecture. Explore the pharmacology of these cardiac glycosides, their role in treating heart failure and arrhythmias, and their impact on heart function. Understand the mechanism of action, proper dosing, potential drug interactions, and important considerations for patient management. Gain valuable insights into the benefits and risks associated with digoxin therapy, including its effects on sodium and potassium levels in heart cells. Discover how this medication helps maintain a normal, steady, and strong heartbeat while improving exercise capacity in patients with certain cardiac conditions.