E1. Diabetes insipidus drugs Flashcards

1
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What is another name for ADH (antidiuretic hormone)?

A

Vasopressin

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Read slide set

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It’s 11 slides long.

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What is the drug of choice central diabetes insipidus in dogs and cats?

A

Desmopressin (DDAVP)

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What is the drug of choice for nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?

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Thiazide diuretics

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How can you tell the difference between CDI and NDI?

A

Use Pitressin (injectible Vasopressin- IV or IM). If animal is able to concentrate urine post injection the animal has CDI.

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