Dobutamine Flashcards
1
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Dobutamine
Name
A
Dobutrex
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Dobutamine
Class
A
Sympathomimetic
3
Q
Dobutamine
Description
A
Dobutamine is a synthetic catecholamine and beta agent that increases the strength of cardiac contraction without appreciably increasing rate
4
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Dobutamine
Indications
A
To increase cardiac output in congestive heart failure/cardiogenic shock
5
Q
Dobutamine
Contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity to sympathomimetic amines, ventricular tachycardia, and hypovolemia without fluid resuscitation
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Dobutamine
Precautions
A
atrial fibrilation and preexisting hypertension
7
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Dobutamine
Dosage/Route
A
2-20 mcg/kg/min IV
Pedi: 2-20 mcg/kg/min IV
