intropin

Frequently asked questions

What does Intropin treat?

Intropin (Dopamine Hydrochloride) may be used to treat bradycardia, low cardiac output, heart block, hypotension, kidney diseases, shock, 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.

How does Intropin work?

Intropin is a catecholamine. Catecholamines such as epinephrine and norepinephrine are "fight or flight" messengers that switch on adrenergic (alpha and beta) receptors throughout the body, speeding the heart, raising blood pressure by tightening blood vessels, and opening the airways.

How is Intropin rated?

pharmaranks gives Intropin a composite score of 3.0 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Intropin?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Intropin. 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 Intropin?

Intropin is marketed by Hospira. You can see Hospira's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Intropin a brand-name or generic drug?

Intropin is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Dopamine Hydrochloride. Lower-cost generic equivalents containing Dopamine Hydrochloride are available — ask your pharmacist.

Is Intropin available over the counter?

No. Intropin 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 Intropin come in?

Intropin is currently marketed as injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Intropin?

Intropin is classified as catecholamine, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Intropin FDA-registered?

Intropin is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA017395. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Intropin been recalled by the FDA?

Intropin has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Intropin safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Intropin a recall-safety score of 60/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.