dobutrex
Dobutrex (Dobutamine Hydrochloride) is a medication used to treat Low Cardiac Output.
Dobutamine Hydrochloride · by Lilly
Available as a generic: Dobutamine Hydrochloride
⚠ FDA reports a current shortage of the injection form — availability differs between suppliers — see drug shortages →Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Dobutamine Hydrochloride
- Form
- Injectable
- Strength
- Dobutamine Hydrochloride EQ 12.5MG BASE/ML **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- low cardiac output
- Manufacturer
- Lilly
- FDA application
- NDA017820
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
Dosage forms
Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
Ways to save
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Request a 90-day supply
Bulk fills usually lower the per-dose price vs monthly refills.
Use copay cards
Manufacturer copay cards & patient-assistance programs — especially for brand drugs.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Dobutrex treat?
- Dobutrex (Dobutamine Hydrochloride) may be used to treat low cardiac output, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Dobutrex?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Dobutrex. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Dobutrex?
- Dobutrex is marketed by Lilly. You can see Lilly's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Dobutrex a brand-name or generic drug?
- Dobutrex is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Dobutamine Hydrochloride. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Dobutamine Hydrochloride are available — ask your pharmacist.
- Is Dobutrex available over the counter?
- No. Dobutrex is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Dobutrex come in?
- Dobutrex is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- Is Dobutrex FDA-registered?
- Dobutrex is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA017820. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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