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Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences | Volume-4 | Issue-02
Antidote Treatment in Digoxin Intoxication and Intensive Care Management
Ozkan Onal, Emine Cepni Kutahya, Emine Aslanlar, Jale Bengi Celik
Published: Feb. 26, 2016 |
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DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2016.v04i02.027
Pages: 442-443
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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.