Uses of Dobutamine

Dobutamine is used to improve heart functions. It restores heartbeat and blood pressure to normal levels among patients undergoing open heart surgery and in patients having heart failure or any other severe heart conditions that reduces heart rate (such as shock or cardiomyopathies (enlargement of heart muscles).

Therapeutic Category

Dobutamine: Cardiac Stimulants (Inotropes)

How Dobutamine works

Dobutamine is a cardiac stimulant. It stimulates the heart and improves heart functions. It helps your heart to work more effectively by strengthening the pumping action of the heart. It also improves blood circulation around the body by expanding the blood vessels present all over the body. 

Common side effects of Dobutamine

• increased heart rate
• chest pain
• abnormal heartbeat, palpitations
• high or low blood pressure
• narrowing of the blood vessels
• headache
• wheezing, shortness of breath
• increase in WBC count in blood
• increased bleeding tendency
• urge to pass urine
• nausea
• skin rash
• fever
• inflammation at the injection site

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor:

• In case of accidental overdosage

Health Tips for Dobutamine

• It's crucial to monitor your vital signs regularly while taking this medicine
• This medicine may increase heart rate and exertion, leading to increased sweating. Ensure you stay adequately hydrated by drinking enough water throughout the day
• It's important to conserve your energy and avoid excessive physical exertion while on this medicine
• Maintain a healthy lifestyle by following a balanced diet, getting regular exercise (as recommended by your doctor), managing stress, and avoiding smoking or excessive alcohol consumption