All of the given drugs are positive inotropes EXCEPT_____________?

Correct answer: D. Doxepin

  • A. Dopamine
  • B. dobutamine
  • C. Digoxin
  • D. Doxepin

Explanation

Dopamine, dobutamine and digoxin increase myocardial contractility through beta1 stimulation or enhanced intracellular calcium. Doxepin is a tricyclic antidepressant and may cause cardiac conduction and contractility depression rather than serving as a positive inotrope.

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