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Vasopressin Flashcards

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Vasopressin - Class

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  • Vasopressor

* Naturally occurring Antidiuretic Hormone

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Vasopressin - Actions

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  • Potent peripheral vasoconstriction

* Alters the permeability of the renal collecting ducts, allowing reabsorption of water

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Vasopressin - Indications

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  • May be used as an alternative to epi in adult shock, refractory VF, asystole & PEA
  • May be useful for hemodynamic support in vasodilatory shock (eg, septic shock)
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Vasopressin - Dosage/Route

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40 units IV/IO x 1, may replace either 1st or 2nd dose of epi (may be given ET, but specific dose is unknown)

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Vasopressin - Side Effects

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  • “Pounding” headache/dizziness
  • MI or angina
  • N/V
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Vasopressin - Contraindications

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  • Conscious pts
  • Chronic renal failure
  • Responsive pts with coronary artery disease
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Vasopressin - Special Information

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  • Potent vasoconstrictor, may promote cardiac ischemia

* Not recommended for pts with CAD

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Vasopressin - Pediatric Note

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Not recommended

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