Formulary: Levophed Flashcards

1
Q

What class is norepinephrine or Norepinephrine bitartrate

A

Catecholamine

vasopressor

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2
Q

Levophed actions

A

Increases systemic vascular resistance through alpha adrenergic stimulation (vasconstriction).
B1 effects like epinephrine.

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