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Digitoxinum

6XDigtx
Digitoxinum · Active Glycoside of Digitalis · "The Slow-Pulse Digitalis Glycoside"
HeartBlockSlowPulseCardiacGlycoside

Another purified active glycoside of Digitalis Purpurea, closely related to Digitalinum, sharing the characteristic slow, weak pulse and cardiac depressant action of the Digitalis family.

THE ESSENCE
Marked slowing of the pulse with weak cardiac action, in common with the wider Digitalis glycoside family.
Marked slowing of the pulse
Give when you see
Slow pulse, weak heart action
Closely related to Digitalinum
Cardiac glycoside family action
WORSE FROM
Exertion
BETTER FROM
Rest
BODY SYSTEMS
Marked slowing of the pulse
Weak cardiac action, tendency toward heart block
DOSAGE
potency: 6Xfrequency: As directed by practitionerduration: Course under close cardiac supervision
Informational only. These are general references — always consult a qualified homeopath for diagnosis and treatment.
RELATIONSHIPS
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Digitalis Purpurea, Digitalinum, Strophanthus