Inotropic support in the short-term treatment of patients w/ cardiac compensation due to depressed contractility resulting from either organic heart disease or cardiac surgical procedures. Atrial fibrillation w/ rapid ventricular response.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Rate of infusion: 2.5-10 mcg/kg/min which may be increased up to 40 mcg/kg/min. Dose adjustment depends on heart rate & rhythm, BP & diuresis.
C01CA07 - dobutamine ; Belongs to the class of adrenergic and dopaminergic cardiac stimulants excluding glycosides. Used in the treatment of hypotension.
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