Levophed

Generic name:norepinephrine [ nor-ep-i-NEF-rin ]
Drug classes:Catecholamines, Vasopressors

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jul 29, 2020. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is Levophed?

Levophed is similar to adrenaline. It is used to treat life-threatening low blood pressure (hypotension) that can occur with certain medical conditions or surgical procedures. This medicine is often used during CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation).

Levophed may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Tell your caregivers at once if you have a serious side effect such as a cold feeling anywhere in your body, blue lips or fingernails, trouble breathing, little or no urination, irritation or skin changes where the medicine was injected, slow heart rate, sudden numbness or weakness, severe headache, or problems with vision, speech, or balance.

Before taking this medicine

If possible before you receive Levophed, tell your caregivers if you have:

• high blood pressure (hypertension);

• diabetes;

• coronary artery disease;

• circulation problems;

• varicose veins;

• overactive thyroid; or

• asthma or a sulfite allergy.

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