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Digoxin

A drug commonly used to treat congestive heart failure and certain heartbeat irregularities that is obtained from leaves of the Foxglove (digitalis) plant. Digoxin overdose can be toxic. The level of the drug can be obtained from blood testing, which can aid in setting appropriate dose amounts.

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