Digitalis Toxicity

Digitalis toxicity is an adverse reaction that occurs when the levels of digitalis-derived medications in the body exceed the safe margin, affecting the heart rhythm above all.

Common symptoms:

• Nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite
• Heart rhythm disturbances and palpitations
• Visual disturbances, such as seeing halos or yellowish tones

Common causes: it is usually related to potassium or magnesium imbalances, reduced kidney function, or improper management of these drugs in people with heart problems.

Which specialist manages it? The cardiologist is the one who assesses the impact on the heart, and in children the pediatric cardiologist is the right choice. At any warning sign in someone receiving this type of treatment, the most sensible thing is to seek medical evaluation without delay.