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Dobutamine Hydrochloride

Dobutamine is an intravenous heart stimulant for short-term support in cardiac decompensation.

Clinical information

Common uses

short-term inotropic support in cardiac decompensation
depressed heart contractility after cardiac surgery or heart disease

Cautions

not for idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis
contains dextrose — unsuitable with corn allergy
not shown safe or effective for long-term heart failure
safety after heart attack not established

Interactions

nitroprusside (higher cardiac output when combined)
no interactions seen with digitalis, furosemide, lidocaine and others tested

Pregnancy: only if expected benefits clearly outweigh risks

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, dobutamine hydrochloride in dextrose label, setid 6b17b98b-e06d-42ed-925f-69aa2699dead (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations2

Brand name	Dosage form	Strength	Importer	Category
Dobustat	Parenteral ( Injection )	250 mg /5ml	—	POM
Dobutamine Hydrochloride	Parenteral ( Injection )	50mg / ml (250mg/5ml collectively)	—	POM