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What is the primary organ responsible for the elimination of digoxin?
What is the primary organ responsible for the elimination of digoxin?
Which type of arrhythmia may occur as a side effect of digoxin use?
Which type of arrhythmia may occur as a side effect of digoxin use?
In the treatment of digoxin intoxication, what should be withheld?
In the treatment of digoxin intoxication, what should be withheld?
What is the maintenance dose range for cats in terms of digoxin dosage?
What is the maintenance dose range for cats in terms of digoxin dosage?
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Which electrolyte disturbance is associated with increased digoxin effects on cardiac muscle?
Which electrolyte disturbance is associated with increased digoxin effects on cardiac muscle?
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What is the primary route of administration for the loading dose of digoxin?
What is the primary route of administration for the loading dose of digoxin?
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Which organ diseases are mentioned as factors predisposing to digoxin toxicity?
Which organ diseases are mentioned as factors predisposing to digoxin toxicity?
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What is the suggested action when monitoring a patient's plasma levels after the first dose of digoxin administration?
What is the suggested action when monitoring a patient's plasma levels after the first dose of digoxin administration?
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What is the function of the steroid-binding resin cholestyramine in treating digoxin overdose?
What is the function of the steroid-binding resin cholestyramine in treating digoxin overdose?
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What is the suggested action when a patient presents with symptoms of digoxin intoxication?
What is the suggested action when a patient presents with symptoms of digoxin intoxication?
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