Antidote Treatment in Digoxin Intoxication and Intensive Care Management
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Digoxin is a frequently used cardiac glycoside. As its theuropatic range is narrow, digoxin intoxication is one of the most frequently occurring intoxications. It presents with cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and neurological symptoms and signs. When serum level exceeds 2 ng/ml, findings associated with toxicity start to appear. The aim of this report is to present a case in whom life threatening arrhythmias developing after 2.5 mg use with suicidal intent and current treatment approach. Keywords: Digoxin, cardiac glycoside, arrhythmias, intoxication.
Authors and Affiliations
Ozkan Onal, Emine Cepni Kutahya, Emine Aslanlar, Jale Bengi Celik
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