15 Questions
What is the drug of choice for treating digoxin-induced ventricular arrhythmia?
Phenytoin
Which drug is commonly used to treat digoxin toxicity?
Phenytoin
Which drug is known to interact with digoxin, potentially leading to toxicity?
Amiodarone
What is a factor that can predispose an individual to digoxin toxicity?
Low magnesium levels
Aside from ventricular arrhythmia, what other condition can digoxin toxicity manifest as?
Bradycardia
Which of the following symptoms are commonly encountered adverse effects of digoxin toxicity?
Anorexia, nausea, and vomiting
What are some factors that predispose individuals to digoxin toxicity?
Low potassium levels in the blood
How can drug interactions affect the toxicity of digoxin?
They can increase the risk of toxicity
What is a common symptom of digoxin toxicity that requires medical attention?
Yellowing of the eyes and skin
How is digoxin toxicity typically treated?
By stopping digoxin and providing supportive care
What is the recommended treatment for bradycardia?
Atropine IV
How are digoxin antibodies excreted from the body in cases of severe digoxin toxicity?
Excreted in urine
Which medication can be used to treat severe digoxin toxicity by binding with the excess digoxin in the body?
Digoxin antibodies
In the context of digoxin toxicity, what can be classified as a factor predisposing to toxicity?
Hypokalemia
Which treatment option is specifically recommended for bradycardia and not for severe digoxin toxicity?
Electrical pacemaker
Learn about the treatment of digoxin toxicity with phenytoin 100 mg IV, the drug of choice for digoxin-induced ventricular arrhythmia.
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