Dopamine Hydrochloride Sterile (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: dopamine
Pack: Dopamine Hydrochloride Sterile (DBL) 200 mg/5 mL injection, 5 x 5 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL STERILE DOPAMINE CONCENTRATE 200mg/5mL injection ampouleConsumer Medicine Information (CMI)
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 31 October 2003: 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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, concentrated
- Intravenous
- Clear colourless or pale yellow solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5 x 5 mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
