Dofuse Information

Dofuse is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion, Injection. Heart Failure are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Dofuse is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Dofuse side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dofuse go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Dofuse's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Dofuse related warnings talks about Dofuse's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Dofuse can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dofuse in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Asthma, Arrhythmia. The section on Dofuse contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Dofuse have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Dofuse is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Dofuse Benefits & Uses
Dofuse Dosage & How to Take
Dofuse Side Effects
Dofuse Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dofuse with Other Drugs
Dofuse Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dofuse
Dofuse Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dofuse Benefits & Uses

Dofuse is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Failure

Dofuse Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 to 20 mcg/kg/minute as IV infusion
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 to 20 mcg/kg/minute as IV infusion
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 to 20 mcg/kg/minute as IV infusion
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 to 20 mcg/kg/minute as IV infusion
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 to 20 mcg/kg/minute as IV infusion
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 2 to 20 mcg/kg/minute as IV infusion

Dofuse Related Warnings

Is the use of Dofuse safe for pregnant women?

Dofuse is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Dofuse safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Dofuse.

Safe
What is the effect of Dofuse on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Dofuse on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Dofuse on the Liver?

Side effects of Dofuse on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dofuse on the Heart?

Dofuse is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dofuse with Other Drugs

Dofuse should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atenolol

Metoprolol

Amitriptyline

Moderate

Levothyroxine

Dofuse Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dofuse unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Atrial Fibrillation
Allergy
Asthma
Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Dofuse

Is this Dofuse habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Dofuse.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Dofuse you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Dofuse should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Dofuse for mental disorders.

No

Dofuse Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dofuse

You can take Dofuse with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dofuse

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dofuse with alcohol will be.

Unknown