Drug Name:Dobutamine
Drug Class:Sympathomimetic amine
Mechanism of Action:Selective beta-1 adrenergic receptor agonist
Use:
  • Used in the treatment of acute heart failure or cardiogenic shock
  • Increases cardiac output by increasing myocardial contractility
Side Effects:
  • Tachycardia
  • Hypertension
  • Arrhythmias
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to dobutamine
  • Uncontrolled hypertension
  • Severe hypovolemia
Specialty:
  • Cardiology
  • Critical Care Medicine