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Drug-Norepinephrine
Drug-Norepinephrine/Levophed
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| classification | adrenergic agonist, inotropic, vasopressor |
| action | primarily alpha-mediated vaso constriction= increased BP & coronary blood flow. beta action=inotropoic stimulation and dilation of coronary arteries |
| indications | cardiogenic shock, septic shock, severey hypotension |
| adverse effects | dizziness, anxiety, caridac arrhythmias, dyspnea, exacerbation of asthma |
| contraindications | MAOIs, known sensitivity |
| dosage | adult: 4mg in 250ml of D5W or D5NS, but not normal saline alone. 0.5-1mcg/min, titrated to BP. peds:0.05-2 mcg/kg/min |