Probably: As long as the patient did not have an actual infarct and was not having serious arrhythmias, i wouldn't necessarily have a problem using dobutamine. Exercise or Adenosine (or regadenoson) would be my preferred choices, however.
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Generally safe: It has its risks of causing arrhythmias, chest pain in any individual. Whether Cocaine induced or atherosclerosis.
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Stress tests : If chest pain is active further evaluation & blood tests for myocardial damage is indicated as well. But tell doctor Cocaine has been used because beta blockers can lead to unopposed Alpha adrenergic activity with potential disastrous consequences.
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