What condition is vasopressin used for?

Vasopressin injection is used to control the frequent urination, increased thirst, and loss of water caused by diabetes insipidus. This is a condition that causes the body to lose too much water and become dehydrated.

How does vasopressin raise blood pressure?

Vasopressin has its major effect in maintaining the osmolality of the extracellular compartment. Vasopressin selectively raises free water reabsorption in the kidneys and results in blood pressure elevation (Elliot et al, 1996).

Which drug is interact with vasopressin?

1) The following drugs may potentiate the antidiuretic effect of vasopressin when used concurrently: carbamazepine; chlorpropamide; clofibrate; urea; fludrocortisone; tricyclic antidepressants.

Why does vasopressin work in acidosis?

Hypoxaemia and acidosis stimulate the carotid body chemoreceptors causing vasopressin release. Catecholamine stimulation of central adrenergic receptors has a variety of effects on vasopressin release. At low concentration, catecholamines activate α1 receptors inducing vasopressin release.

What are the side effects of taking vasopressin?

Chest pain or pressure. Fast, slow, or abnormal heartbeat. Shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs. Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed. Change in skin color to black or purple.

When to take vasopressin before an abdominal X-ray?

When used for abdominal x-ray, vasopressin injections are usually given at 2 hours before and 30 minutes before your x-ray. Your doctor may also recommend you receive an enema before you receive your first dose of vasopressin. What happens if I miss a dose?

How is atracurium used as a muscle relaxer?

Drugs that interrupt transmission at the skeletal neuromuscular junction without causing depolarization of the motor end plate. They prevent acetylcholine from triggering muscle contraction and are used as muscle relaxants during electroshock treatments, in convulsive states, and as anesthesia adjuvants.

What makes atracurium a good neuromuscular blocking agent?

It is a quaternary ammonium ion and a diester. A non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agent with short duration of action. Its lack of significant cardiovascular effects and its lack of dependence on good kidney function for elimination provide clinical advantage over alternate non-depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents.