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Dopamine

INFORMATION ABOUT DOPAMINE

Dopamine Uses

Dopamine is used in the treatment of Heart Failure, Low blood pressure and decreased blood pressure.

How Dopamine works

Dopamine is a sympathomimetic agonist. It works on the receptors in the kidney, gut, brain and heart thereby relaxing the blood vessels in these organs. This restores the poor blood supply and oxygen delivery to these organs. It also causes an increase in urine production in the kidneys and protects them from injury.

Common side effects of Dopamine

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common
Palpitations, Nausea, Vomiting, Tachycardia
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Last updated
20 Nov 2024 | 04:18 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Dopamine

  • It is given into the vein as a drip by a healthcare professional.
  • Regular monitoring of heartbeat, blood pressure, urine output, liver and kidney function is required while taking Dopamine.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • It is given into the vein as a drip by a healthcare professional.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.