Dopamine injection is a medicine given in intensive care. It acts on the heart and blood vessels to raise blood pressure and improve blood flow.

What Dopamine Is Used For

Shock with low blood pressure
Low cardiac output after heart surgery
Severe heart failure, short term
Support of circulation in critically ill patients

Common Side Effects

Fast or irregular heartbeat
Chest pain
Nausea and vomiting
Headache
Skin damage if the drip leaks

Precautions

Dopamine is used only in hospital with continuous monitoring. Doctors take care with heart rhythm problems, and it interacts with some antidepressants.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.