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How to Take Norepinephrine and it's Dose


Injection administered by a doctor or healthcare provider into the vein.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

IV- The recommended initial dose is 8 to 12 mcg/min. Maximum allowed dose is 30mcg/min. The maintenance dose is 2 to 4 mcg/min.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Contraindicated to patients with history of high blood pressure, pregnancy, patients with peripheral or mesenteric vascular thrombosis (inflammation and injury of the small intestine result from inadequate blood supply), unless necessary as a life-saving procedure.

Drug Name : Norepinephrine

This medication is prescribed for low blood pressure (hypotension) that can occur with certain medical conditions or surgical procedures.


Trade Names/Brand Names of Norepinephrine

India :


International :


Levophed
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