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 Related Warnings

Is the use of Dopamine safe for pregnant women?

Dopamine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Dopamine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Dopamine safe during breastfeeding?

Dopamine may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Dopamine, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Dopamine.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dopamine on the Kidneys?

Dopamine is not harmful 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 may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect 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?

Forming a habit of Dopamine has not been reported.

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 is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Dopamine for mental disorders.

No

Dopamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dopamine

Taking Dopamine with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dopamine

Taking Dopamine with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe