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Foxgloves are species of flowering plants belonging to the taxonomic genus Digitalis
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What Drug that comes from foxgloves?

Digitalis (heart medication) is found in the foxglove plant.


Does a foxglove live in desert areas?

Foxglove is originally a European plant but has become establish in many other areas of the world thanks to man. It is generally not a desert plant as it requires more water than is found in most deserts.,


What parts of the Chinese foxglove plant are used for medicinal purposes?

Chinese foxglove root is collected in the fall.


Where does digoxin come from?

It Comes From A plant It Is Called Foxglove


Where is purple foxglove found?

it is found in the amazing forest


What is a Eurasion plant with purple or white thimble like flowers?

The Eurasian plant with purple or white thimble-like flowers is called the foxglove (Digitalis purpurea). It is a biennial plant that is commonly found in woodlands and gardens, and is known for its tall spikes of bell-shaped flowers. Foxglove is poisonous if ingested, so caution should be taken when growing it in home gardens.


How much foxglove does it take to kill a person?

Foxglove contains digitalis, a potent toxin that can be fatal even in small amounts. Ingesting as few as two foxglove leaves or a single foxglove flower can be lethal to a person. It is important to seek immediate medical attention if someone ingests any part of the foxglove plant.


What is the best example of a Foxglove plant?

The best example of a Foxglove plant is Digitalis, which is often grown for the vivid colors of its flowers. These plants are the source of medicines known as "Digitalin" used to treat cardiac problems.


What antiarrhythmic medications is derived from the foxglove plant Propranolol Bretylium Digoxin or Procainamide?

Digitalis is derived from the foxglove, though not a Pharmacist I would suggest that Digoxin is the answer.


What plant is digoxin from?

Digoxin is derived from the foxglove plant (Digitalis lanata or Digitalis purpurea). This plant contains compounds called cardiac glycosides, with digoxin being a purified form of one such compound. Digoxin is used in the treatment of various heart conditions due to its ability to regulate heart rate and strengthen heart contractions.


What are the precautions associated with using foxglove?

Not to be used. Foxglove is deadly, it can make the heart stop or cause a person to suffocate. Not to be confused with comfrey, a similar looking plant.


What antiarrhythmic medication and powerful cardiac stimulant is derived from the foxglove plant?

== == Digoxin