Dobutrex

Generic name:dobutamine [ doe-BUE-ta-meen ]
Drug classes:Cardiac stressing agents, Catecholamines, Inotropic agents, Vasopressors

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Mar 18, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Dobutrex?

Dobutrex stimulates heart muscle and improves blood flow by helping the heart pump better.

Dobutrex is used short-term to treat cardiac decompensation due to weakened heart muscle.

Dobutrex is usually given after other heart medicines have been tried without success.

Dobutrex may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and other vital signs will be watched closely while you are receiving Dobutrex.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Dobutrex if you are allergic to it.

To make sure Dobutrex is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

• high blood pressure;

• a heart valve disorder; or

• asthma or sulfite allergy.

FDA pregnancy category B. Dobutrex is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether dobutamine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is Dobutrex given?

Dobutrex is injected into a vein through a catheter. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

You will receive Dobutrex in a hospital or clinic setting to quickly treat any serious side effects that occur.

While using Dobutrex, you may need frequent medical tests. Your heart function may need to be checked using an electrocardiograph or ECG (sometimes called an EKG).

What happens if I miss a dose?

If you are using the medicine at home, call your doctor for instructions if you miss a dose of Dobutrex.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-...