Dopamine Benefits & Uses

Dopamine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Shock

Dopamine 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: 10 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 10 mcg/kg/min IV by continuous infusion
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 10 mcg/kg/min IV by continuous infusion
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Shock Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 10 mcg/kg/min IV by continuous infusion
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) 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 - 20 mcg/kg/min IV by continuous infusion
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) 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 - 20 mcg/kg/min IV by continuous infusion

Dopamine Side Effects

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

Severe

Arrhythimia

Moderate

Difficulty breathing
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Increased Heart Rate
Decreased blood pressure

Mild

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Dopamine Related Warnings

Is the use of Dopamine safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Dopamine. It is best to stop taking Dopamine immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Dopamine safe during breastfeeding?

Dopamine can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dopamine on the Kidneys?

Dopamine is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dopamine on the Liver?

Dopamine does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dopamine on the Heart?

Dopamine has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dopamine with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Ergotamine

Moderate

Doxapram

Acarbose

Phenylephrine

Dopamine Contraindications

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

Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Diabetes
Asthma
Arrhythmia
Dehydration
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)

Frequently asked Questions about Dopamine

Is this Dopamine habit forming or addictive?

Dopamine is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dopamine. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Dopamine should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Dopamine is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Dopamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dopamine

You can take Dopamine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dopamine

Consuming Dopamine with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe