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Medical Definition of Dobutamine

1. (+-)-4-(2-(3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl)amino)ethyl)-1,2-benzenediol. A beta-2 agonist catecholamine that has cardiac stimulant action without evoking vasoconstriction or tachycardia. It is proposed as a cardiotonic after myocardial infarction or open heart surgery. Pharmacological action: adrenergic beta-agonists, cardiotonic agent, sympathomimetic. Chemical name: 1,2-Benzenediol, 4-(2-((3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-methylpropyl)amino)ethyl)-, (+-)- (12 Dec 1998)

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