Dopamine (Intropin); Adrenergic Agonist; Inj: 40, 80, 160 mg/mL; 1-20 mcg/kg/min continuous
IV infusion; titrate to desired cardiac output and blood
pressure. May titrate up to 30 mcg/kg/min.
Dose Dependent Effects:
<5 mcg/kg/min: Primarily increases
renal blood flow and urine output.
5-15 mcg/kg/min: Primarily increases
renal blood flow, heart rate, cardiac contractility, and cardiac output.
>15 mcg/kg/min: Alpha-adrenergic effects result in vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure.
Patient should be on continuous cardiac monitor.