E1. Diabetes insipidus drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What is another name for ADH (antidiuretic hormone)?
A
Vasopressin
2
Q
Read slide set
A
It’s 11 slides long.
3
Q
What is the drug of choice central diabetes insipidus in dogs and cats?
A
Desmopressin (DDAVP)
4
Q
What is the drug of choice for nephrogenic diabetes insipidus?
A
Thiazide diuretics
5
Q
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.