Question 1

what is the appropriate dosage range for levophed (norepinephrine)?

Accepted Answer

See below: Levophed’s dosing is variable, depends on the condition treated, and may itself change depending the reference or guideline you consult). A common treatment is for low blood pressure/shock, 0.1-0.5 mcg/kg/minute, adjusted to desired pressure response. An older approach some still use is flat dosing (without regard to patient weight) of 8-12mcg/minute to start and a maintenance dose of 2-4mcg/min.

Question 2

what are the differences between levophed, (norepinephrine) dopamine and dobutamine?

Accepted Answer

Receptors: These three medications are used to support the heart and cardiovascular system ie. blood pressure and heart rate. They are known as sympathomimetics and have a similar response to what you would think of as adrenaline. Each has variable effect on either heart rate, heart function (in terms of strength of 'squeeze') and on blood vessels which would translate to higher blood pressure.

Question 3

i was wondering what are the differences of levophed, (norepinephrine) dopamine and dobutamine in terms of their action?

Accepted Answer

You Asked for It----: Dobutamine- direct b1 receptor stimulant or agonist in the sympathetic nervous system.

Levophed- vasoconstrictor peripherally (alpha adrenergic effects) and beta adrenergic stimulant at the level of the heart and coronary vessels

dopamine- dual b1 and Alpha adrenergic effects.  Useful in hypovolemic shock because of conservancy of renal blood flow.  Also, works centrally in other complex ways.

Question 4

can you explain the differences between levophed, (norepinephrine) dopamine, and dobutamine?

Accepted Answer

Alters physiology: These are very simple answers to a complex question. Levophed (norepinephrine) increases blood pressure; Dopamine increases heart rate, blood pressure and cardiac function (contractility); Dobutamine increases cardiac contractility and heart rate.

Question 5

is there an effective iv antidote for xarelto?

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Activated PCC: Activated Prothrombin complex concentrates are recommended in immediately life threatening situations in which the patient has been taking Factor Xa inhibitors. However, these agents have significant risk and have not been adequately studied. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 6

what is an antidote for dobutamine?

Accepted Answer

Turn the drip off: Dobutamine is very short acting , so it gets out of the body in minutes if you turn off the inntravenous drip. It therefore doesn't need an antidote.

Question 7

what is the effect of taking nerve gas antidotes?

Accepted Answer

Nerve gas antidotes: Depends on which one you are talking about. Lets talk.

Question 8

what are the best antidotes for capsiacin burning?

Accepted Answer

Ice water: Capsiacin has the main component of cayenne pepper.  Try icing the feet or hands and avoid using this medication again.  Try either biofreeze or icy hot or ben gay, etc...

Question 9

is there any antidote for cyproheptadine  toxicity?

Accepted Answer

Periactin poisoning: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002617.htm

There is published information from the US National Library of Medicine on cyproheptadine overdose.

Other non overdose toxicity should subside as the drug leaves the body

Question 10

what is the antidote for aspirin?

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A Hospital: Aspirin overdose is a serious problem that can lead to death. If someone has taken too much aspirin, the best treatment is getting to the closest hospital emergency room.  Activated charcoal, intravenous dextrose and normal saline, sodium bicarbonate, and dialysis may be necessary for overdoses.

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