Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
2-20 mcg/kg/min IV continuous infusion.
Pediatric Dose
2-20 mcg/kg/min IV continuous infusion.
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
B
Lactation Safety
Unknown.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis (IHSS)
Common Adverse Effects
- Tachycardia
- Arrhythmias
- Hypertension or Hypotension