Un medicament vechi de un secol revine în atenția cardiologilor: costă sub 40 de lei și poate reduce cu 25% agravările insuficienței cardiace

A century-old medication, digoxin, is gaining attention for its potential to reduce heart failure exacerbations by 25% at a low cost. Research from Dutch cardiologists indicates that low doses of digoxin can significantly lower hospitalization rates for heart failure when used alongside standard treatments. This finding could influence current treatment protocols, especially as heart failure remains a major public health issue, with rising patient numbers. The study involved over 9,000 patients and highlighted the safety and efficacy of digoxin, suggesting it may be integrated into existing treatment regimens. However, stopping digoxin can lead to increased complications, emphasizing the need for careful management.