METILDIGOXIN
\mˈɛtɪldˌɪɡəksˌɪn], \mˈɛtɪldˌɪɡəksˌɪn], \m_ˈɛ_t_ɪ_l_d_ˌɪ_ɡ_ə_k_s_ˌɪ_n]\
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A semisynthetic digitalis glycoside with the general properties of DIGOXIN but more rapid onset of action. Its cardiotonic action is prolonged by its demethylation to DIGOXIN in the liver. It has been used in the treatment of congestive heart failure (HEART FAILURE, CONGESTIVE).
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