DOPAMINE (INTROPIN)

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.
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