CV & Vasoactive
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Calculated Induction Dose
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Mechanism of Action
Direct mixed alpha and beta agonist. Markedly increases HR, BP, contractility, and myocardial oxygen demand.
Dosage Guidelines
| Type | Route | Rate / Dose |
|---|---|---|
| Dosage/Guideline | Systemic | Infusion: 30–300 ng/kg/min. |
Black Box Warnings
- No explicit black box warning.
Clinical Pearls
1
Increases HR, BP, contractility, and cardiac output. Added to local anesthetics to prolong nerve block duration.