Dobunex Information

Dobunex is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Failure.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dobunex. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dobunex as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Dobunex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dobunex is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Dobunex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Dobunex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dobunex in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Asthma, Arrhythmia. Other contraindications of Dobunex have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Dobunex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dobunex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Dobunex Benefits & Uses

Dobunex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Failure

Dobunex 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

Dobunex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dobunex is used -

Severe

Bronchospasm

Moderate

Shortness of Breath (Read More - How to Treat Shortness of Breath at Home: Natural Solutions)
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Increased blood pressure
Tachycardia

Mild

Headache
Injection site pain
Nausea or vomiting

Dobunex Related Warnings

Is the use of Dobunex safe for pregnant women?

Dobunex is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Dobunex safe during breastfeeding?

Dobunex is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Dobunex on the Kidneys?

Dobunex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Dobunex on the Liver?

So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Dobunex on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Dobunex will affect the liver or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dobunex on the Heart?

Dobunex is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dobunex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atenolol

Metoprolol

Amitriptyline

Moderate

Levothyroxine

Dobunex Contraindications

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

Atrial Fibrillation
Allergy
Asthma
Arrhythmia
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Dobunex

Is this Dobunex habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Dobunex has not been reported.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Dobunex can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Dobunex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Dobunex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dobunex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dobunex

Taking Dobunex with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dobunex

Information about the interaction of Dobunex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown