Emergency Drugs · β₁ agonist (mild β₂)
Dobutamine
Dose
2.5–20 mcg/kg/min IV
Mechanism
Selective β₁ → inotropy + chronotropy
Dilution & preparation
250 mg in 250 mL D5W (1 mg/mL)
Use
Cardiogenic shock, decompensated HF with low CO.
Monitoring
ECG, BP, CVP, CO if available.
Side effects
- • Tachycardia
- • Arrhythmias
- • Headache
- • Hypokalaemia
Related in WardRound
Dobutamine dilution
Dilution · 250 mg / 50 mL → 5 mg/mL
Dobutamine dose calculator
Dose · Cardiogenic shock
Shock
Protocol · Hypoperfusion / circulatory failure
Acute Heart Failure / Pulmonary Oedema
Protocol · LMNOP
Cardiogenic Shock
Protocol · Pump failure
Scorpion Sting
Protocol · Prazosin for autonomic storm
Septic Shock
Protocol · Vasopressors + antibiotics + source control
Post-ROSC Care Bundle
Protocol · Neuro-protect + reperfuse
Cardiogenic Shock
Topic · Cardiology
Always confirm dose against your local formulary / BNF before prescribing.
