Dopamine Flashcards
1
Q
Synthetic route
A
tyrosine–>dopa–>dopamine–>NE–>E
2
Q
Concentration dependent effects
A
D1 and D2–>Beta1–>alpha
3
Q
Used for…
A
preservation of renal function, esp for acute kidney
4
Q
administration
A
IV
(very short half-life)
Monitored by urinary output
5
Q
Low Dose Dopamine
A
D1 action
RENAL!!!
6
Q
Moderate Dose Dopamine
A
D1 + B1
increased CO
7
Q
High Dose Dopamine
A
alpha agonism predominates
peripheral vascular resistance and renal vasoconstriction
