Warning: the info is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment about your pharmacist. it should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

Dopamine - injection

(dope-uh-meen)

common brand names: Intropin

Simular Drugs : Dopamine HCL, Dopamine Hcl 5ml In 10ml, Dopamine Hcl Additive Syringe, Dopamine Hcl Fliptop, Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit

Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit Usage: this medication is used to treat heart conditions. the medication provides additional pumping strength by stimulating heart muscle. in some patients It's used for improving kidney blood supply.

How to use Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit: it drug is given by injection through vein (larger arm vein is preferred) in an IV solution. dilution & amount of medication given depend on condition treated & how much of fluid can be safely given. Follow all healthcare professional and physician instructions exactly. If MAO inhibitors (see drug Interactions) have been used within the past 2-3 weeks, the starting dose of this drug should be no more than one-tenth about usual dose. the contents of the IV solution must be examined for discoloration or particles before use. Solutions darker than slightly yellow or containing particles should be discarded. the infusion rate about this drug should be slowly reduced before stopping. other IV solutions may be needed to prevent low blood pressure.

Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit side effects: Nausea, vomiting or headache may occur. If these persist or worsen, notify you're pharmacist. Report promptly: any irregular or rapid heartbeat, chest pain, dizziness, trouble breathing. Unlikely but report promptly: any major change in the amount of urine, unusually cool skin, rapid change in skin color, painful arms or legs. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit Precautions: Before using this med, tell your pharmacist you're medical history, including: any allergies (especially medication allergies), blood vessel disease, pheochromocytoma, irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias). Leakage of the IV solution into the tissue around the vein is to be avoided. Swelling or pain at the injection site must be promptly reported. Caution is advised when using this drug in elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of medication. this drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks & benefits with your physician. this is not known whether this med is excreted in to breast milk. Because about the potential risk to infant, breast-feeding while using it drug isn't recommended. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit drug interactions: Tell some your doctor about all nonprescription & prescription tablet you may use, especially: MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol, propranolol), alpha-blockers (e.g., prazosin, doxazosin, terazosin), anesthetics (e.g., halothane or cyclopropane), phenytoin. do not add this drug to IV solutions containing sodium bicarbonate or other alkaline solutions, oxidizing agents or IV iron goods since it drug will be inactivated. do not start or stop any medicine with out doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit special notes: Frequent blood & urine tests & heart monitoring are performed with use of this drug.

If you missed Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit dose: Not applicable. it medication is given continuously until therapy is completed.

Dopamine Hcl Univer Addit Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from light & moisture. this med is stable for minimum of 24 hours after it is diluted into IV solution. Follow all instructions for proper storage/use. Consult the pharmacist.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Dopamine