What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
digitalis
Example
The doctor prescribed digitalis to help regulate my heart rate. [digitalis: noun]
Example
Digitalis can cause nausea, vomiting, and other side effects. [digitalis: noun]
digoxin
Example
My grandfather takes digoxin to manage his heart condition. [digoxin: noun]
Example
Digoxin can cause dizziness, blurred vision, and other side effects. [digoxin: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Digoxin is more commonly used than digitalis in modern medicine. While digitalis was once widely used, it has been largely replaced by digoxin due to its potential toxicity and narrow therapeutic index.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between digitalis and digoxin?
Both digitalis and digoxin are formal medical terms and are typically used in professional medical contexts.
