Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
Start 0.01-3 mcg/kg/min IV continuous infusion, titrate to MAP > 65.
Pediatric Dose
Start 0.01-0.5 mcg/kg/min IV.
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C
Lactation Safety
Compatible.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Hypovolemia (must volume resuscitate first)
Common Adverse Effects
- Peripheral ischemia (necrosis)
- Arrhythmias
- Hypertension