Digoxinenhancescontractilityof the heart throughpositive inotropic effects, which is beneficial indilated cardiomyopathy, where the ventricles are weakened and unable to pump efficiently. It improves cardiac output and reduces symptoms of heart failure.
“Positive inotropic agents like digoxin are used in dilated cardiomyopathy to improve myocardial contractility and cardiac output.”
(Referenced from CCRN Pediatric – Direct Care: Cardiovascular, Heart Failure Management)
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