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Often prescribed for people with blood pressure, cardiovascular problems, Levonor is used in the treatment of low blood pressure or shock with normal or high cardiac output. However, in order for the drug to be effective in the treatment process, patients need to know the information about the drug.
1. Effect of treatment of vasoactive drugs Levonor
Levonor medicine 1mg/1ml is prepared in the form of an infusion solution with Noradrenaline ingredient content of 1mg/1ml, canned with 5 ampoules x 4ml. The main use of the drug is:
Hypotension or shock with normal or high cardiac output: NA is indicated as an adjunct to the treatment of persistent low blood pressure in shock after resuscitation full translation. Prolonging anesthetic effect: NA can be used, but for this purpose, adrenaline is preferred.
2. How should Levonor 1mg/ml be used?
2.1 Levonor dose 1mg/ml Dosage for patients: 4-8 mg per day, mixed with 500 ml of 5% Glucose or 0.9% NaCl.
Patients need to be prescribed by a specialist when adjusting the dose.
2.2 How should Levonor 1mg/ml be used to be effective? Levonor is prepared as an infusion solution, so patients use the drug by intravenous infusion. The speed of intravenous drug infusion depends on issues such as blood pressure, health status, and physical condition of the patient. All of these issues should be monitored and evaluated in consultation with a specialist.
Besides, in the process of taking the drug, the patient must also follow its own rules for the drug to bring good effect during the treatment.
2.3 Contraindications when using the drug To ensure the best for the patient's health, patients should be aware of the contraindications when using such as:
Do not use the drug for people with a history of hypersensitivity to any What ingredients are in the drug? Patients with shock due to sudden decrease in blood volume are not recommended to take the drug. People with thrombocytopenia are contraindicated to use the drug. Levonor 1mg/ml should not be used in patients experiencing hypoxia and increased CO2 in the blood. Do not treat with this drug for cases of chemical poisoning such as pesticides, poisoning with organic substances... It is strictly forbidden to use in combination with local anesthetics to numb fingers, toes, ears. , nose and genitals.
3. Are there any side effects when using Levonor 1mg/ml?
Patients treated with Levonor 1mg/ml may experience some unwanted effects, such as:
Feeling dizzy, dizzy, headache, fatigue Angina, palpitations Chest Slow heart rate or difficulty breathing Stress, anxiety, tremors... In addition, depending on the patient's health condition, the body may react or experience a few other side effects. Therefore, when using the drug, if you notice any abnormal symptoms in your body, you should go to the nearest medical facility center to receive the advice of the treating doctor, consultant pharmacist and doctor. medical staff.
4. Levonor drug interactions
During the use of Levonor 1mg/ml drug, there may be interactions with food, drugs, functional foods that affect the bioavailability, metabolism and absorption of the drug:
Antihypertensive drug Captopril Drugs MAO enzyme inhibitors: Linezolid, Tranylcypromin Antidepressants Atropin inhibits reflex bradycardia due to NA, making the antihypertensive effect of NA stronger. It is best before intending to use the drug, the patient should actively list all the treatment drugs, vitamins, support pills and functional foods they are using so that the doctor, pharmacist can know and Accurate advice to avoid drug interactions that are not beneficial to the patient.
5. Notes when using Levonor
In order for the use of drugs to achieve good results in treatment, patients need to pay attention to the following issues:
When using patients with high blood pressure, they need to be very careful. The drug is not recommended for use in children, but if you intend to use it, you should carefully consult a doctor or pharmacist. Please read the instructions carefully before use and consult a professional. Do not arbitrarily use drugs according to the sharing of relatives. Do not arbitrarily adjust the dose according to the indications. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, or if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take it as usual. Medicines should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from moisture. Pregnant and lactating women are not recommended to use the drug, so you need to be very careful. Above is important information about Levonor drug. Knowing this will help the drug process become more effective, minimizing side effects on the patient's body.
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