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Veterinary Technician

Category - Pharmacology

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Which of the following statements regarding Digitalis is stated incorrectly?

It is used for restoring adequate circulation in animals with congestive heart failure.
It is a cardiac glycoside.
The calculated dose should be multiplied by 0.75 for elixirs.
Dosages should be increased in obese patients.

Explanation

Answer: D - Dosages should be increased in obese patients is incorrectly stated regarding Digitalis. Calculation of digoxin doses should be based on lean body weight and dosages should be reduced in obese or cachectic animals and in the presence of ascites.

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