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Norepi Flashcards

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Trade name

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Levophed

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Class

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Sympathomimetic

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Standard supply

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Premix bag for infusion

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Mechanism of action

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-alpha adrenergic response: Vasoconstriction
-Beta1 adrenergic responses: increases HR & Myocardial contractility

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Indications

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Severe hypotension refractory to IV boluses caused by: Cardiogenic shock, Septic shock, Neurogenic shock

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Contraindication

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Hypotension caused by hypovolemia

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Side effects

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-Anxiety
-Chest Pain
-Dizziness
-Dysrhythmias
-Dyspnea
-Extravasation of the IV/IO may cause necrosis
-Headache
-Hypertension
-Increased myocardial oxygen demand
-Nausea/Vomiting
-Nervousness
-Palpitations
-Tachycardia
-Tremors

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Route

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Infusion

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Onset

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Immediate

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Adult dosages

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Infusion: 0.1 to 2.0 mcg/kg/min, titrated to effect

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PEDS Dosages

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Infusion: 0.05 to 0.1 mcg/kg/min, titrated to effect

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