About sterile dopamine concentrate bp
Catecholamine vasopressor and inotrope
Used for
- Severe low blood pressure associated with shock
- Low heart output with severe low blood pressure
Usual adult dose
Usually 2–20 micrograms/kg/minute by continuous intravenous infusion, adjusted to response. Dilute before use; continuous heart and blood pressure monitoring required.
Usual dose in children
Usually 2–20 micrograms/kg/minute by continuous intravenous infusion, adjusted to response under specialist supervision with continuous monitoring.
Common side effects
- Fast heartbeat or abnormal heart rhythms
- Nausea and vomiting
- Headache
- Chest pain
Important warnings
- Correct low circulating blood volume before starting treatment.
- Avoid in pheochromocytoma or uncontrolled dangerous heart rhythms.
- Leakage outside the vein can cause severe tissue damage.
- May reduce blood flow to limbs and internal organs.
Pregnancy
Limited pregnancy safety information. Used when the expected benefit outweighs potential risks to the fetus.
Breastfeeding
Passage into breast milk is unknown. Breastfeeding safety has not been established.
Interactions
- MAO inhibitors can greatly increase effects; dose reduction is required.
- Tricyclic antidepressants may increase blood pressure effects.
- Some inhaled anesthetics increase abnormal heart rhythm risk.
- Beta blockers may reduce effects on the heart.
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