A slight chance of showers between 9pm and 3am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3am. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Cloudy, with a low around 58. East wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
As per ACCF/AHA guidelines, a loading dose to initiate digoxin therapy in patients with heart failure is not necessary. 0.125-0.25 mg PO/IV qDay; higher doses including 0.375-0.5 mg/day rarely needed. Use lower end of dosing (0.125 mg/day) in patients with impaired renal function or low lean body mass.
Tell your veterinarian if your pet has kidney disease, thyroid disease or is being given any other heart medication. Also tell your veterinarian if the pet is pregnant or lactating. Digoxin is a prescription medication used in dogs and cats. Digoxin is available as 0.125mg and 0.25mg scored tablets. The usual initial dose for dogs is 0.0025-0.005mg/pound every 12 hours. The usual dose in cats is 0.0015-0.002mg/pound every 12 hours. Do not stop giving digoxin suddenly.