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Norepinephrine Bitartrate is used for short-term control of low blood pressure.
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Levophed Bitartate, Levophed Bitartrate
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norepinephrine Bitartrate
Levophed Bitartate, Levophed Bitartrate
Uses
Norepinephrine Bitartrate is used for short-term control of low blood pressure.
Storage
- Store ampules at room temperatures up to 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Consult the pharmacist for details on dilution and stability with IV fluids.
- Discard any unused liquid.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
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Norepinephrine Bitartrate Injection |
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How To Use
- Norepinephrine Bitartrate is diluted in liquid and given continuously into a large vein (IV infusion), as directed by the doctor.
- Dosage is based on the patient s condition and response to treatment.
- Follow all instructions for proper dilution with the correct IV fluids.
- Consult the pharmacist.
- Norepinephrine Bitartrate should be checked visually for particles or discoloration before use.
- Do not use the liquid if it is pale pink, darker than pale yellow or if it contains particles.
Side Effects
- Dizziness or weakness may occur.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify the doctor promptly.
- Report promptly: headache, mental/mood changes.
- Very unlikely but report promptly: changes in skin appearance, pain/swelling at the injection site, fast/slow/irregular heartbeat, changes in amount of urine, changes in vision, trouble breathing, chest pain, sweating.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell the doctor the patient s medical history, including: allergies (especially to sulfites), blood clots (e.g., peripheral vascular thrombosis), dehydration (hypovolemia), thyroid problems (especially hyperthyroidism).
- Norepinephrine Bitartrate should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with the doctor.
- It is not known whether Norepinephrine Bitartrate is excreted into breast milk.
- Consult the doctor before breast-feeding.
Missed Dose
- If the dose is interrupted, contact your doctor immediately to re-establish dosing.
Drug Interactions
- Tell the doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication the patient may use, especially of: anesthetics (e.g., cyclopropane, halothane), MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, linezolid, moclobemide, phenelzine, procarbazine, selegiline), heart drugs (including beta-blockers such as propranolol), guanethidine, methyldopa, atropine, antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine, chlorpheniramine), ergot drugs (e.g., dihydroergotamine), tricyclic antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline, imipramine).
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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