Norepinephrine Benefits & Uses

Norepinephrine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Low Blood Pressure

Other Benefits

Norepinephrine Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given as 12 mcg/min continuous IV infusion
Geriatric	Disease: Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 12 mcg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given as 12 mcg/min continuous IV infusion

Norepinephrine Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Norepinephrine is used -

Severe

Bradycardia

Moderate

Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Hypertension

Mild

Headache
Restlessness
Insomnia
Tremor
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Norepinephrine Related Warnings

Is the use of Norepinephrine safe for pregnant women?

Norepinephrine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Norepinephrine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Norepinephrine safe during breastfeeding?

Norepinephrine should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Norepinephrine on the Kidneys?

Norepinephrine is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Norepinephrine on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Norepinephrine on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Norepinephrine on the Heart?

Norepinephrine is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Norepinephrine with Other Drugs

Norepinephrine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methyldopa

Ergotamine

Pseudoephedrine

Moderate

Acarbose

Doxapram

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Norepinephrine Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Norepinephrine unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperthyroidism
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)
Asthma

Frequently asked Questions about Norepinephrine

Is this Norepinephrine habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Norepinephrine is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Norepinephrine as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Norepinephrine only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Norepinephrine for mental disorders.

No

Norepinephrine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Norepinephrine

Taking Norepinephrine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Norepinephrine

Information about the interaction of Norepinephrine and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown