What are the Symptoms of Cardiac Glycoside Toxicity?
The symptoms of cardiac glycoside toxicity can vary depending on the dose and duration of exposure. Common symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, confusion, and visual disturbances such as blurred vision or seeing halos around lights. Cardiovascular symptoms can be severe and may include arrhythmias, such as bradycardia or tachycardia, and potentially fatal heart block. In severe cases, toxicity can lead to cardiac arrest and death.