Vasopressin

Question 1

Vasopressin: Generic Name

Answer 1

Vasopressin

Question 2

Vasopressin: Trade Name

Answer 2

Pitressin

Question 3

Vasopressin: Class

Answer 3

Vasoconstrictor

Question 4

Vasopressin: action

Answer 4

Stimulates smooth muscle receptors, potent vasoconstrictor

Question 5

Vasopressin: indications

Answer 5

Alternative for the Rx of shock refractory VF, asystole or PEA. May be substituted for epi has an alternative agent as a single one time dose

Question 6

Vasopressin: contraindications

Answer 6

Patients with CAD, epilepsy or heart failure

Question 7

Vasopressin: adult dose

Answer 7

40 units IV (not repeated). Maybe substituted for epi as alternative

Question 8

Vasopressin: Pedi dose

Answer 8

0.4-1 unit/kg IV/IO

Question 9

Vasopressin: S. E.

Answer 9

HA, seizure, N/V, bronchospasm, anaphylaxis, angina, arrhythmias, myocardial ischemia, ↓ cardiac output, abd cramps