1
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Action
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positive inotrope - increases contractility
stimulates beta 1
minor effects on HR
increases CO
2
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Side effect
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can cause tachydysrhythmias or hypotension
3
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Indication
A
inotropic support s/p cardiac sugery, CHF/cardiogenic shock, COVID pts with decreased CO
4
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Dosage
A
onset 1-2min; peak 10min
starting dose: 2.5mcg/kg/min
max dose: 20mcg/kg/min
Cardiac Medications
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