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Medications and Drugs for Treatment of Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD)

Looking for reliable medications to treat 'Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD)'? This page offers a detailed resource for the most up-to-date treatment options, including both generic and brand-name medications.

For informed decision making to treat Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) you will find everything on this section about the drug - like dosages, side effects, costs, and administration.

Check out our FAQ section for common drugs, providing helpful insights into frequently prescribed medications for Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) treatment.

For the best results, always consult your doctor before starting any treatment.

Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD)

Rheumatic heart disease is a sequelae of rheumatic fever that affects heart valves. Rheumatic fever occurs after an episode of strep throat or sore throat due to group A beta hemolytic streptococci.

Brand Names and Generic Names of Drugs for Treatment of Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD)

Digoxin

Digoxin is a purified cardiac glycoside derived from leaves of digitalis plant, prescribed for congestive heart failure.

Brand Names :
Digox | Digitran - 250 | Cardioxin | Dixin | Carddig | Sangoxin | Lanoxin | Digosyp | Digoxin Inj | Digoxin Paed
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