PediRounds

Dobutamine — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Dobutamine in children. Category: Infusion.

Dose5–20 mcg/kg/min
Per kg5–20 mcg/kg/min/kg
RouteIV
Frequencytitrate

Clinical notes

Inodilator; may drop SVR/BP.

Sources

  • Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
  • The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
  • BNF for Children
  • PALS 2020 guidelines