Norepinephrine Injection
Brands: Levophed
Uses
For low blood pressure.
Instructions
This medicine is given as an IV injection into a vein.
Cautions
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.
Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Side Effects
The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.
- headaches
- high blood pressure
- pain, redness, swelling near injection
- nervousness
Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:
- chest pain
- severe or persistent headache
- fast, irregular, or slow heartbeat
- pale or blue skin, lips or fingernails
- shortness of breath
- sweating
- vomiting
Extra
Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.
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