Lanoxin is a special drug that is used to help strengthen the heart. This is a prescription medication and cannot be purchased without one. You must never share this medication with others as there are Lanoxin toxicity issues that can be very dangerous.

There are brands of generic for Lanoxin, but these, too, will need a valid prescription before you can purchase them. You should speak with your primary health care provider or your pharmacist for more information on generic use.

There are Lanoxin side effects that users should be aware of before and during its use. The side effects of Lanoxin include such things as confusion, anxiousness, nervousness, chest pain, changes in color vision (more yellow color), light sensitivity, visual light flashes, changes in behavior, mood, or mental ability, palpitations, diarrhea, constipation, fainting, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, irregular, slow heartbeat (less than 50 beats per minute) and loss of appetite.

You may also experience other side effects such as nausea, vomiting, skin rash, unusual itching, stomach pain, numbness in the hands or feet, bruising, red spots on the skin, and general weakness.

The drug Lanoxin may also have the side effect of breast enlargement in men and women. There may also be issues with sexual problems such as impotence while on this medication. If you have any questions about the side effects that may present with the use of the Lanoxin drug you should speak with your primary health care provider. He or she can best explain these to you.

Your primary health care provider can also assist you to better understand the issues associated with Vitamin K and Lanoxin use. There may be other issues that you and your primary health care provider can discuss.

Because there can be serious drug interactions you should ensure that you tell your primary health care provider of any and all medications that you are taking or that you plan to take. You should not take any medication without first talking to your doctor.

You can do an online search for many reviews on Lanoxin and also find several facts sheets that contain important information that can be useful if you are taking the medication or if you think you may have to take it in the future.