Brand name: Dopamine (Juno) TM
Active ingredients: dopamine
What it is used for
For the correction of haemodynamic imbalance present in: Acute hypotension or shock associated with myocardial infarction, endotoxic septicaemia, trauma and renal failure. As an adjunct after open heart surgery, where there is persistent hypotension after correction of hypovolaemia. In chronic cardiac decompensation as in congestive failure.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous Infusion.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Ampoules containing a clear colourless or pale yellow solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient dopamine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems