Download the cheat: https://bit.ly/50-meds View the lesson: https://bit.ly/NorepinephrineLevophedNursingConsiderations   Generic Name norepinephrine

Trade Name Levophed

Indication treatment of severe hypotension and shock

Action increase blood pressure and cardiac output by stimulating alpha-adrenergic receptors in the blood vessels, demonstrates minor beta activity

Therapeutic Class vasopressor

Nursing Considerations * monitor BP continuously if possible or every couple of minutes * double check all concentrations with additional nurse * may result in rebound hypotension due to tissue ischemia when discontinued * monitor EKG and CVP * if patient is awake instruct them to report headaches, dizziness, or chest pain