Digitalis

usgb/ˌdɪdʒɪˈtælɪs/
noun

A drug made from a kind of plant that is used to treat heart conditions.

The doctor prescribed Digitalis to strengthen the patient's heartbeat.
Visual representation of "digitalis" - A drug made from a kind of plant that is used to treat heart conditions.

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  • prescribe digitalis
  • digitalis therapy

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Heart Medicine

Digitalis is mainly known as a heart medication rather than a plant in medical context.

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Her condition improved after starting digitalis treatment.
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Potency Awareness

Be aware that digitalis is potent and can be toxic if misused, hence 'digitalis poisoning'.

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He was hospitalized due to accidental digitalis overdose.
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Treatment Specificity

Digitalis is not used for all heart conditions, typically prescribed for heart failure or arrhythmias.

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The cardiologist may prescribe digitalis for her irregular heartbeat.
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