
norisodrine
Pharmaranks rates Norisodrine 3.6/5 for recall safety — an independent score from its FDA recall history and its manufacturer's record. Norisodrine (Isoproterenol Sulfate) is a beta-adrenergic agonist used to treat Adams-Stokes Syndrome, Bradycardia, Low Cardiac Output, Heart Arrest.
Isoproterenol Sulfate · by Abbvie
Based on 1 source · Recall-safety score from FDA recall history — this product's own recalls and its manufacturer's record. Not an efficacy or quality rating. methodology →
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Isoproterenol Sulfate
- Drug class
- Beta-Adrenergic Agonist
- Form
- Powder
- Strength
- Isoproterenol Sulfate 10% · Isoproterenol Sulfate 25%
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- May treat
- adams-stokes syndrome, bradycardia, low cardiac output
- Manufacturer
- Abbvie
- FDA application
- NDA006905
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
- adams-stokes syndrome
- bradycardia
- low cardiac output
- heart arrest
- hemorrhagic shock
- septic shock
Dosage forms
Powder
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Norisodrine treat?
- Norisodrine (Isoproterenol Sulfate) may be used to treat adams-stokes syndrome, bradycardia, low cardiac output, heart arrest, hemorrhagic shock, septic shock, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- How is Norisodrine rated?
- pharmaranks gives Norisodrine a composite score of 3.6 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Norisodrine?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Norisodrine. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Norisodrine?
- Norisodrine is marketed by Abbvie. You can see Abbvie's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Norisodrine a brand-name or generic drug?
- Norisodrine is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Isoproterenol Sulfate.
- Is Norisodrine available over the counter?
- No. Norisodrine is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Norisodrine come in?
- Norisodrine is currently marketed as powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Norisodrine?
- Norisodrine is classified as beta-adrenergic agonist, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Norisodrine FDA-registered?
- Norisodrine is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA006905. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
- Has Norisodrine been recalled by the FDA?
- Norisodrine has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.
- Is Norisodrine safe?
- There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Norisodrine a recall-safety score of 72/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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