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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

72/100Limited · 1 source

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 →

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate
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Key facts

Active ingredient
Isoproterenol Sulfate
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)

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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