Levophed

(norephinephrine)

 

INDICATIONS:

 

  • Cardiogenic shock
  • Neurogenic shock
  • Septic shock
  • Anaphylactic shock

 

DOSAGE:

 

  • ADULT:
    • Gtt: 4 mg in 250 mL bag 2-30 mcg/min; max of 30 mcg/min IV/IO

 

PEDIATRIC:

 

  • Not Approved

 

 

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

 

  • Hypotension due to uncontrolled hemorrhagic shock
  • Vascular Thombosis
  • Profound hypoxia

 

SIDE EFFECTS:

 

  • Bradycardia
  • Anxiety
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Nausea/Vomiting