Dobutamine: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan

Dobutamine is a heart-stimulating infusion (inotrope). It is a prescription medicine used for acute heart failure and cardiogenic shock. In Pakistan it is available as injections, made by 9 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.

How Dobutamine works

Dobutamine stimulates beta-1 receptors in the heart muscle, making each heartbeat stronger. This increases the amount of blood the heart pumps with each beat and improves blood flow to the organs, while having relatively little effect on blood pressure.

What is Dobutamine used for?

• Acute heart failure and cardiogenic shock

Dobutamine is given by continuous intravenous infusion in hospital to support a weakened heart when it cannot pump enough blood, such as in acute heart failure, cardiogenic shock or after heart surgery. It is also used during a dobutamine stress echo, a heart scan that checks how the heart copes with extra work in people who are unable to exercise.

Side effects of Dobutamine

Because Dobutamine acts directly on the heart, the side effects most often seen include:

• Fast heartbeat
• Palpitations or extra beats
• Chest pain
• Headache
• Nausea
• Changes in blood pressure

It is given with continuous heart monitoring, and the team will slow or stop the infusion if serious rhythm problems or chest pain develop. Tell staff at once if you feel chest pain, breathlessness or a racing heart.

Precautions and warnings

• It is given only in hospital or clinic settings by trained healthcare professionals who monitor the heart and blood pressure throughout.
• Tell the medical team about any allergies, especially to sulphites, and about all other medicines, including beta-blockers.
• Let them know about heart rhythm problems, narrowing of a heart valve, high blood pressure or an overactive thyroid.
• It is used in pregnancy only if the benefit clearly outweighs the risk.

Frequently asked questions about Dobutamine

What is the price of Dobutamine in Pakistan?

At Medimart, Dobutamine products currently in stock range from Rs 2 to Rs 3,690 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Myungmoon Dobutamine 250mg Injection at Rs 2. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.

Which brands of Dobutamine are available in Pakistan?

Dobutamine is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Myungmoon (Aster), Dobutamine (Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd), Dobutine (Bajwa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd), Dobuject (A & J Company), Dotrex (Akhai), Dobelite (E-lite), Dobutel (Icon) and Dobutamed (Mediceena).

Do I need a prescription for Dobutamine?

Yes. Dobutamine is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.

Can Dobutamine be used during pregnancy?

It is used in pregnancy only if the benefit clearly outweighs the risk.

Are all Dobutamine brands the same?

Brands that contain the same amount of Dobutamine in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.

Dobutamine brands and prices in Pakistan

Medimart lists 12 products containing Dobutamine from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.

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