Which adverse effect is classically associated with excessive digoxin administration in animals?
Correct answer: A. Cardiac arrhythmias
- A. Cardiac arrhythmias
- B. Severe bone marrow aplasia
- C. Permanent cataract formation
- D. Acute pancreatic rupture
Explanation
Digoxin toxicity commonly produces gastrointestinal signs and potentially serious cardiac arrhythmias because it alters myocardial conduction and excitability. The other effects are not characteristic toxic consequences of digoxin.
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