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Can I eat this with Digoxin?
High-fibre meals can reduce absorption, and St John's wort affects how digoxin works. Avoid alcohol if you feel dizzy.
Also sold as Digamex, Lanoxin PG. Brand names from the NHS Dictionary of Medicines and Devices.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 46 foods and drinks for Digoxin (5 to avoid, 39 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Digoxin with food?
- You can take digoxin with or without food, but it's best to take it at the same time each day.
- Can I eat st john's wort with Digoxin?
- No, avoid it. St John's wort can affect how digoxin works.
- Can I eat bran with Digoxin?
- Yes, with care. When taken with meals high in bran fibre, the amount absorbed may be reduced.
- Can I drink alcohol with Digoxin?
- Yes, with care. If digoxin makes you feel dizzy, it's best to stop drinking alcohol.
- Can I eat rich or spicy food with Digoxin?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals and do not eat rich or spicy food if you feel or are being sick.
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1 · What do you take?
High-fibre meals can reduce absorption, and St John's wort affects how digoxin works. Avoid alcohol if you feel dizzy.
You can eat normally while taking digoxin. Meals high in bran fibre may reduce the amount absorbed. St John's wort can affect how digoxin works. If digoxin makes you feel dizzy, it's best to stop drinking alcohol. Stick to simple meals if you feel sick.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take digoxin with or without food, but it's best to take it at the same time each day.
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Foods to avoid with Digoxin· 5
Take care with Digoxin· 39
Fine with Digoxin· 2
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Further reading on Digoxin
The pages our answers quote. Every answer shows “Where this comes from” with the exact words, checked 24 September 2026. How we check
NHS website
About digoxin
NHS medicines information on digoxin – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take digoxin
NHS medicines information on who can take digoxin and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take digoxin
NHS medicines information on dosage for digoxin, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of digoxin
NHS medicines information on side effects of digoxin and what you can do to cope.
NHS website
Taking digoxin with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with digoxin and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
The Journal
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Food groups that matter with Digoxin
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