Its activity can be attributed to three glycosides, each of which contains an aglycone linked to three sugar molecules, a complex that exists as a more complex glycoside containing glucose and acetic acid. Headaches, convulsions, and blurred vision are among the effects it can induce in addition to raising intracellular calcium levels. It came to be seen as indispensable after falling out of favor due to its initially high rate of overdose, which
Its activity can be attributed to three glycosides, each of which contains an aglycone linked to three sugar molecules, a complex that exists as a more complex glycoside containing glucose and acetic acid. Headaches, convulsions, and blurred vision are among the effects it can induce in addition to raising intracellular calcium levels. It came to be seen as indispensable after falling out of favor due to its initially high rate of overdose, which can occur with as little as a triple dosage. Considered a positive inotrope, meaning it increases the strength and speed of muscle contraction, it was first prescribed by William Withering in the late 1700's to fight dropsy. FTP, name this drug used to treat congestive heart failure, a derivative of the purple foxglove plant.
Its activity can be attributed to three glycosides, each of which contains an aglycone linked to three sugar molecules, a complex that exists as a more complex glycoside containing glucose and acetic acid.
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