What is Dobutamine Hcl: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 12, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Dobutamine Hcl overview

Generic Names:

  • Dobutamine Hcl

Uses:

  • Treats heart failure and helps the heart pump blood.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Cardiovascular Agent

Forms:

  • Injectable

How it’s taken:

  • By injection

What form(s) does Dobutamine Hcl come in

  • Injectable

What are common Dobutamine Hcl doses?

  • Vial 20ML of 250MG/20ML

Common Dobutamine Hcl prescriptions

  • DOBUTamine HCl
    20ml of 250mg/20ml vial

How to take Dobutamine Hcl

  • This is a very strong medicine. Make sure you understand why your doctor has ordered it for you and what the possible risks and benefits of the treatment are.

  • An IV is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins.

  • Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose. Use this medicine exactly as your doctor has ordered.

  • This medicine should be given by a person who is trained to give IV medicine, such as a nurse. Sometimes you, a family member, or a friend can be taught to give your medicine.

  • Dobutamine is sometimes given very slowly. You may need to have the IV attached for several hours or days.

  • Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose. Use this medicine exactly as your doctor has ordered.

  • This is a very strong medicine. Make sure you understand why your doctor has ordered it for you and what the possible risks and benefits of the treatment are.

  • Dobutamine is sometimes given very slowly. You may need to have the IV attached for several hours or days.

  • An IV is medicine that is put directly into your body through one of your veins.

  • This medicine should be given by a person who is trained to give IV medicine, such as a nurse. Sometimes you, a family member, or a friend can be taught to give your medicine.

What to do if you miss a dose of Dobutamine Hcl

  • Your doctor will decide how often this medicine should be given. Ask your doctor for instructions on what to do if you miss a dose.

  • Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date has passed.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Dobutamine Hcl contraindications

  • You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to dobutamine or to sulfites.

Dobutamine Hcl warnings

  • Trouble breathing, hives, or severe rash

  • Chest pain

  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.

Dobutamine Hcl interactions

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are also taking a beta-blocker (Tenormin®, Lopressor®, Corgard®, Inderal®), an MAO inhibitor (Nardil®, Eldepryl®, Parnate®), guanethidine (Esimil®, Ismelin®), or insulin.

Dobutamine Hcl side effects

Serious Side Effects

  • Chest pain

  • Slow, fast, or irregular heartbeat

  • Trouble breathing, hives, or severe rash

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Nausea, upset stomach

  • Headache